64874 Repair & revise nerve add-on
Also known as: nerve repair and revision
Add-on code for repair and revision of a previously injured nerve that requires both repair of new injury and revision of prior repair.
In Plain Language
fixing and revising nerve surgery
Clinical Context
Used when a previously repaired nerve has recurrent injury requiring both repair of new injury and revision of original repair site.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.91 |
| Total RVU | 2.91 |
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 2.91, this code ranks in the 20th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 64874?
CPT 64874 (Repair & revise nerve add-on) is a Surgery code. Add-on code for repair and revision of a previously injured nerve that requires both repair of new injury and revision of prior repair.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 64874?
The work RVU for CPT 64874 is 2.91. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Plastic Surgery.
When is CPT 64874 used?
Used when a previously repaired nerve has recurrent injury requiring both repair of new injury and revision of original repair site.
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