42215 Reconstruct cleft palate
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: cleft palate repair, palate revision
Surgical reconstruction of a cleft palate, often for secondary revision, correction of residual defects, or repair of palatal problems from previous surgery.
Clinical Context
Revision or secondary repair of cleft palate for residual velopharyngeal insufficiency, fistula closure, or anatomic refinement.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.77 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 9.03 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.63 |
| Total RVU | 19.43 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$648.96
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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