64896 Nerve grf mltst hnd/foot >4 centimeters
Also known as: multiple strand nerve graft hand/foot long, extended cable graft hand/foot
Surgical nerve graft using multiple strands of autologous nerve tissue 4 centimeters or greater for repair of hand or foot nerve injuries.
In Plain Language
large multi-strand nerve transplant hand/foot
Clinical Context
Indicated for extensive hand or foot nerve injuries requiring multiple nerve branch repair with gaps of 4 cm or more.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 21.41 |
| Total RVU | 21.41 |
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 21.41, this code ranks in the 84th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.7x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 64896?
CPT 64896 (Nerve grf mltst hnd/foot >4 centimeters) is a Surgery code. Surgical nerve graft using multiple strands of autologous nerve tissue 4 centimeters or greater for repair of hand or foot nerve injuries.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 64896?
The work RVU for CPT 64896 is 21.41. This code is primarily used by Hand Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Microsurgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 64896 used?
Indicated for extensive hand or foot nerve injuries requiring multiple nerve branch repair with gaps of 4 cm or more.
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