64885 Nerve graft head/neck <4 centimeters
Also known as: short nerve graft head/neck, autograft nerve
Surgical nerve graft using autologous nerve tissue less than 4 centimeters in length for repair of head or neck nerve injuries.
In Plain Language
nerve transplant in head/neck; using nerve tissue to repair nerve
Clinical Context
Indicated for head or neck nerve gaps under 4 cm where primary repair impossible. Uses harvested autologous nerve graft to bridge defect.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 17.16 |
| Total RVU | 17.16 |
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 17.16, this code ranks in the 78th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 64885?
CPT 64885 (Nerve graft head/neck <4 centimeters) is a Surgery code. Surgical nerve graft using autologous nerve tissue less than 4 centimeters in length for repair of head or neck nerve injuries.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 64885?
The work RVU for CPT 64885 is 17.16. This code is primarily used by Neurosurgery, Otolaryngology, Plastic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 64885 used?
Indicated for head or neck nerve gaps under 4 cm where primary repair impossible. Uses harvested autologous nerve graft to bridge defect.
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