Plastic and reconstructive surgery (medically necessary) - MBS item (45563)

The following MBS item is included in this clinical category.

45563
Neurovascular island flap for restoration of essential sensation in the digits or sole of the foot, or for genital reconstruction, including:(a) direct repair of secondary cutaneous defect (if performed); and(b) formal dissection of the neurovascular pedicle;other than a service performed on simple V-Y flaps or other standard flaps, such as rotation or keystone (H) (Anaes.) (Assist.)