CPT code 15774 denotes autologous fat grafting for soft-tissue augmentation: harvesting fat by liposuction from one site and injecting up to 25 cc into another site on the face, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, and/or feet. The code captures a common reconstructive and cosmetic procedure used to correct contour defects, restore soft-tissue volume after trauma or surgery, and address atrophic changes. Nationally, this code is clinically relevant across aesthetic, reconstructive, and dermatologic practices and influences coverage, documentation, and billing for minimally invasive soft-tissue procedures.

Key payers in this analysis include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will find a concise overview of clinical context, typical sites of service, and expected billing considerations tied to this procedure. The publication outlines benchmarks for utilization and coding practice, summarizes payer coverage patterns where available, and highlights policy and documentation issues that commonly affect claim acceptance. Clinical scenarios and service settings are described to clarify when CPT code 15774 is appropriate.

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