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69725 Release facial nerve

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: facial nerve repair, facial nerve anastomosis, nerve repair reconstruction

Surgical repair of traumatic facial nerve injury or complete disruption of the facial nerve with complex reconstruction.

Clinical Context

Used for complete transection, major injury, or long-standing paralysis with significant loss of function.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU26.95
Practice Expense RVU17.80
Malpractice RVU3.93
Total RVU48.68

Est. Medicare Payment

$1,625.91

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

Specialties

neurotologyskull base surgeryotolaryngology

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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.