CPT Corner: Cleft Palate CPT Coding Noting Advances in Palatoplasty
January 2022
Description
Cleft lip and palate repair surgically corrects abnormal development, restores
function to the lips and mouth, and
produces a more normal appearance. Cleft
palate is one of the most common congenital
facial disorders, presenting challenges for reconstruction. Coordinated-care staged procedures and complex revisions are often necessary
for optimal outcomes.