41874 Alveoloplasty each quadrant
Also known as: alveoloplasty, bone contouring, alveolar reshaping
Surgical reshaping of the alveolar bone and soft tissue in each quadrant to improve periodontal anatomy, reduce bony defects, or prepare for prosthetics.
In Plain Language
bone reshaping under gums; jaw bone contouring; alveolar bone surgery
Clinical Context
Performed per jaw quadrant to eliminate bony ledges, enhance ridge anatomy for denture retention, or improve periodontal defect contours.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.11 |
| Total RVU | 3.11 |
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 3.11, this code ranks in the 22nd percentile among Surgery codes — 2.6x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 41874?
CPT 41874 (Alveoloplasty each quadrant) is a Surgery code. Surgical reshaping of the alveolar bone and soft tissue in each quadrant to improve periodontal anatomy, reduce bony defects, or prepare for prosthetics.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 41874?
The work RVU for CPT 41874 is 3.11. This code is primarily used by Periodontics, Oral Surgery, Prosthodontics. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 41874 used?
Performed per jaw quadrant to eliminate bony ledges, enhance ridge anatomy for denture retention, or improve periodontal defect contours.
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