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64859 Nerve surgery

Surgery

Also known as: additional nerve repair

Add-on code for repair of one or more additional nerve injuries at different levels or anatomical sites during the same operative session.

Clinical Context

Used when multiple nerves at different locations require repair. Each additional nerve repair is coded with this add-on code.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU4.14
Practice Expense RVU1.32
Malpractice RVU0.89
Total RVU6.35

Est. Medicare Payment

$212.09

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Orthopedic SurgeryPlastic Surgery

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