41510 Tongue to lip surgery
Also known as: tongue to lip transfer, tongue lip advancement, glossopexy
Surgical procedure to attach or transfer the tongue to the lip for functional restoration or cancer reconstruction.
In Plain Language
attaching tongue to lip; tongue muscle transfer surgery; tongue reconstruction with lip
Clinical Context
Used for reconstruction after tongue cancer resection or for functional deficiency from tongue paralysis. May involve tissue transfer between tongue and lip structures.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.42 |
| Total RVU | 3.42 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 3.42, this code ranks in the 24th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.3x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 41510?
CPT 41510 (Tongue to lip surgery) is a Surgery code. Surgical procedure to attach or transfer the tongue to the lip for functional restoration or cancer reconstruction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 41510?
The work RVU for CPT 41510 is 3.42. This code is primarily used by Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Head and Neck Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 41510 used?
Used for reconstruction after tongue cancer resection or for functional deficiency from tongue paralysis. May involve tissue transfer between tongue and lip structures.
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