69740 Repair facial nerve
Also known as: facial nerve repair, facial nerve anastomosis, facial reanimation surgery
Surgical repair of facial nerve injury or paralysis with nerve anastomosis, grafting, or reconstruction to restore function.
In Plain Language
fixing the facial nerve
Clinical Context
Used for traumatic transection, delayed repair, or nerve gaps requiring graft for functional restoration.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 15.86 |
| Total RVU | 15.86 |
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 15.86, this code ranks in the 75th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.0x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 69740?
CPT 69740 (Repair facial nerve) is a Surgery code. Surgical repair of facial nerve injury or paralysis with nerve anastomosis, grafting, or reconstruction to restore function.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 69740?
The work RVU for CPT 69740 is 15.86. This code is primarily used by neurotology, otolaryngology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 69740 used?
Used for traumatic transection, delayed repair, or nerve gaps requiring graft for functional restoration.
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