Plastic and reconstructive surgery (medically necessary) - MBS item (45505)

The following MBS item is included in this clinical category.

45505
Microvascular anastomoses of artery and vein or veins, using microsurgical techniques, for free transfer of tissue, including setting in of free flap, other than:(a) a service for the purpose of breast reconstruction; or(b) a service associated with a service to which item 45564, 45565, 45567, 46060, 46062, 46064, 46066, 46068, 46070 or 46072 applies(H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)