64910 Nerve repair with allograft
Also known as: nerve repair allograft, processed nerve graft
Surgical repair of a nerve injury using processed nerve allograft (cadaveric nerve) to bridge a nerve gap where autografting not possible or practical.
In Plain Language
nerve transplant from donor; processed nerve repair
Clinical Context
Used when autografting not feasible due to insufficient donor nerve, extensive injuries requiring large grafts, or surgeon preference. Reduces donor site morbidity.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 10.26 |
| Total RVU | 10.26 |
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 10.26, this code ranks in the 60th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.3x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 64910?
CPT 64910 (Nerve repair with allograft) is a Surgery code. Surgical repair of a nerve injury using processed nerve allograft (cadaveric nerve) to bridge a nerve gap where autografting not possible or practical.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 64910?
The work RVU for CPT 64910 is 10.26. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Neurosurgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 64910 used?
Used when autografting not feasible due to insufficient donor nerve, extensive injuries requiring large grafts, or surgeon preference. Reduces donor site morbidity.
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