64712 Revision of sciatic nerve
Also known as: sciatic nerve repair, sciatic nerve revision
Surgical revision or repair of the sciatic nerve due to injury, compression, or dysfunction.
In Plain Language
sciatic nerve repair surgery
Clinical Context
Used for sciatic nerve injury, compression syndrome, or dysfunction requiring surgical intervention.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.87 |
| Total RVU | 7.87 |
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 7.87, this code ranks in the 50th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.0x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 64712?
CPT 64712 (Revision of sciatic nerve) is a Surgery code. Surgical revision or repair of the sciatic nerve due to injury, compression, or dysfunction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 64712?
The work RVU for CPT 64712 is 7.87. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Neurosurgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 64712 used?
Used for sciatic nerve injury, compression syndrome, or dysfunction requiring surgical intervention.
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