41520 Reconstruction tongue fold
Also known as: frenum reconstruction, floor of mouth reconstruction, lingual frenum repair
Surgical reconstruction of the lingual frenum and floor of mouth to improve function or cosmesis.
In Plain Language
repairing tongue tie area; mouth floor reconstruction; tongue base area rebuilding
Clinical Context
Used for repair of lingual frenum defects or floor of mouth defects from trauma, surgery, or congenital abnormalities. May involve local flaps or grafts.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.76 |
| Total RVU | 2.76 |
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 2.76, this code ranks in the 19th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.9x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 41520?
CPT 41520 (Reconstruction tongue fold) is a Surgery code. Surgical reconstruction of the lingual frenum and floor of mouth to improve function or cosmesis.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 41520?
The work RVU for CPT 41520 is 2.76. 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 41520 used?
Used for repair of lingual frenum defects or floor of mouth defects from trauma, surgery, or congenital abnormalities. May involve local flaps or grafts.
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