CPT® Code 20962

The CPT® Code 20962 refers to a specific surgical procedure involving the harvesting of a bone graft with microvascular anastomosis from a donor site that is not the fibula, iliac crest, or metatarsal. In this procedure, the physician carefully isolates and dissects a segment of bone while preserving the associated blood vessels, which are crucial for the graft's viability. This meticulous approach ensures that the graft can be effectively integrated into the recipient site, promoting healing and reconstruction. After the bone graft is harvested, the donor site is closed in layers to facilitate proper healing. The harvested graft is then utilized to fill a defect at another anatomical location, where it is essential for restoring structural integrity or function. The blood vessels from the graft are anastomosed, or surgically connected, to the vessels in the defect area, ensuring an adequate blood supply to the graft. Finally, the defect area is also closed with layered sutures, completing the procedure. This code is specifically designated for cases where the bone graft is obtained from sites other than the commonly used fibula, iliac crest, or metatarsal, which are covered under different CPT® codes.