CPT 15776
Global 000Hair trnspl >15 punch grafts
CPT 15776 Billing & Documentation Guide
CPT code 15776 (Hair trnspl >15 punch grafts) is classified under Anesthesia with a global period indicator of 000. The 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule assigns a work RVU of 5.39, a non-facility practice expense RVU of 9.89, and a malpractice RVU of 1.02, a total non-facility RVU of 16.3 and facility RVU of 9.09. With the current conversion factor of $33.4009, the national average non-facility reimbursement is approximately $557.62, though rates vary from $481.33 to $694.44 based on MAC locality and Geographic Practice Cost Indices (GPCIs).
When billing 15776, ensure documentation supports medical necessity and the specific components required for the code's level of service. For E/M codes, document MDM (medical decision-making) elements: problems addressed, data reviewed, and risk. For procedural codes, document the indication, technique, and any complications. Always verify NCCI edits before bundling 15776 with related codes; this code has 10 PTP bundling relationships on file (see table below).
Payment Status & Global Period
Restricted coverage (special situations)
Endoscopic or minor procedure with related preoperative and postoperative work performed on the same day
MUE Limit (Medically Unlikely Edits)
Submitting more than 1 units of 15776 for the same patient on the same date triggers automatic line denial unless an appropriate modifier and supporting documentation justify the higher quantity.
RVU Breakdown, CPT 15776
| Component | Non-Facility | Facility |
|---|---|---|
| Work RVU | 5.39 | 5.39 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 9.89 | 2.68 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.02 | 1.02 |
| Total RVU | 16.3 | 9.09 |
| Conversion Factor | $33.4009 | |
2026 Medicare Reimbursement by State, CPT 15776
State-level averages across all MAC localities. Non-facility rates typically apply to office-based services; facility rates apply to hospital outpatient / inpatient.
| State | Non-Facility | Facility | Range (Non-Fac) | Localities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | $595.84 | $310.88 | $563.4 - $694.44 | 29 |
| Florida | $577.79 | $336.17 | $547.04 - $610.07 | 3 |
| Georgia | $536.2 | $306.46 | $515.3 - $557.11 | 2 |
| Illinois | $564.95 | $332.26 | $534.88 - $591.47 | 4 |
| Michigan | $538.17 | $312.04 | $520.09 - $556.24 | 2 |
| North Carolina | $510 | $285.32 | $510 - $510 | 1 |
| New York | $603.41 | $334.75 | $517.8 - $647.59 | 5 |
| Ohio | $515.97 | $296.1 | $515.97 - $515.97 | 1 |
| Pennsylvania | $541.63 | $305.75 | $515.47 - $567.79 | 2 |
| Texas | $537.88 | $300.79 | $512.29 - $560.07 | 8 |
Source: CMS PFSRVU 2026 · Updated 2026-04-01. Full locality-level detail available for all 53 states, contact us for custom reports.
NCCI Bundling Edits, CPT 15776
Procedure-to-procedure (PTP) edits. If you bill any of these codes with 15776 on the same date of service, review the modifier indicator and payer policy before submission.
| Partner Code | Relationship | Modifier Allowed | Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01951 | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | No | Anesthesia service included in surgical procedure |
| 01952 | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | No | Anesthesia service included in surgical procedure |
| 01995 | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | No | Anesthesia service included in surgical procedure |
| 0213T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | No | Misuse of Column Two code with Column One code |
| 0216T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | No | Misuse of Column Two code with Column One code |
| 0228T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | No | Standards of medical/surgical practice |
| 0230T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | No | Standards of medical/surgical practice |
| 0596T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | Yes | Standards of medical/surgical practice |
| 0597T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | Yes | Standards of medical/surgical practice |
| 0903T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | Yes | Misuse of Column Two code with Column One code |
Frequently Asked Questions, CPT 15776
What does CPT code 15776 mean? +
CPT code 15776 represents: Hair trnspl >15 punch grafts. It's in the Anesthesia category with a global period of 000.
What is the Medicare reimbursement for CPT 15776? +
The 2026 Medicare national average non-facility payment for CPT 15776 is $557.62. Rates range from $481.33 to $694.44 across 53 states depending on MAC locality and GPCIs.
What modifiers can I use with CPT 15776? +
Surgery codes commonly use modifier 22 (increased procedural services), 50 (bilateral), 51 (multiple procedures), 52 (reduced services), 58/78/79 (staged, unplanned return, unrelated within global), 62 (co-surgeons), 80/82 (assistant surgeon), and 59 or the X{EPSU} subset for distinct procedural service.
What bundling edits apply to CPT 15776? +
This code has 10 NCCI PTP bundling relationships. See the NCCI Bundling section below for full list.
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Verified against the CMS 2026 code set on May 31, 2026.
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