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64865 Repair of facial nerve

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: complex facial nerve repair

Surgical repair of the facial nerve with additional complexity such as longer gap, multiple level injury, or requiring graft repair.

Clinical Context

Represents more complex facial nerve repair requiring graft or extensive dissection. Higher value than simple facial nerve repair due to increased difficulty.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU15.69
Practice Expense RVU10.39
Malpractice RVU2.30
Total RVU28.38

Est. Medicare Payment

$947.89

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

Specialties

NeurosurgeryOtolaryngologyPlastic Surgery

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.