This CPT code is used for the simple repair of superficial wounds to the face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, and/or mucous membranes, that are 7.6 to 12.5 cm in size.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services offer a free search (CPT code lookup) for RVU for every CPT code. Users can also request a CPT/RVU Data File license from the AMA to easily import codes and descriptions into existing claims and medical billing systems.

The following codes will be added to the Facility Section II: Routine Venipuncture and the Collection of Blood Specimen and will not be allowed for separate reimbursement: Venipuncture codes (36400, 36405, 36406, 36410, 36415, 36416, 36591 and 36592) when billed by a facility.

Submit CPT code 36415 for all routine venipunctures, not requiring the skill of a physician, for specimen collection. This includes all venipunctures performed on superficial peripheral veins of the upper and lower extremities.