64716 Revision of cranial nerve
Also known as: cranial nerve revision, CNS revision
Surgical revision of cranial nerve due to injury, compression, or previous surgical complication. Involves decompression, mobilization, or repositioning to restore nerve function.
In Plain Language
nerve repair in the head; fixing a brain nerve
Clinical Context
Used for symptomatic cranial nerve injury or dysfunction requiring surgical correction, often for facial paralysis, trigeminal pain, or other cranial nerve deficits. Common indications include post-traumatic nerve injury or compression.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.82 |
| Total RVU | 6.82 |
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 6.82, this code ranks in the 44th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.2x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 64716?
CPT 64716 (Revision of cranial nerve) is a Surgery code. Surgical revision of cranial nerve due to injury, compression, or previous surgical complication. Involves decompression, mobilization, or repositioning to restore nerve function.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 64716?
The work RVU for CPT 64716 is 6.82. This code is primarily used by Neurosurgery, Otolaryngology, Plastic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 64716 used?
Used for symptomatic cranial nerve injury or dysfunction requiring surgical correction, often for facial paralysis, trigeminal pain, or other cranial nerve deficits. Common indications include post-traumatic nerve injury or compression.
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