64787 Implant nerve end
Also known as: nerve end implantation, end-to-muscle implant
Surgical implantation of a nerve end into muscle, bone, or other tissue. Performed when distal nerve stumps cannot be approximated for primary repair.
In Plain Language
implanting nerve ending in muscle; nerve stump placement
Clinical Context
Used in cases of severe nerve loss or gap where primary repair is impossible. Allows for potential axonal outgrowth and reinnervation of distal structures.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.18 |
| Total RVU | 4.18 |
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. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 4.18, this code ranks in the 29th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.9x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 64787?
CPT 64787 (Implant nerve end) is a Surgery code. Surgical implantation of a nerve end into muscle, bone, or other tissue. Performed when distal nerve stumps cannot be approximated for primary repair.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 64787?
The work RVU for CPT 64787 is 4.18. This code is primarily used by Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Plastic Surgery.
When is CPT 64787 used?
Used in cases of severe nerve loss or gap where primary repair is impossible. Allows for potential axonal outgrowth and reinnervation of distal structures.
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