10081 incision and drainage pilonidal cyst complicated
Also known as: Complex pilonidal cyst I and D, Complicated cyst drainage
Incision and drainage of pilonidal cyst, complicated. Surgical management of complex pilonidal disease with multiple tracts, recurrent infection, or extensive inflammatory disease.
In Plain Language
Drainage of complex pilonidal cyst; Extensive cyst drainage
Clinical Context
Used for recurrent or infected pilonidal disease with multiple sinus tracts requiring extensive drainage and debridement.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.44 |
| Total RVU | 2.44 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 10-day global period — follow-up visits within 10 days of the procedure are included in the reimbursement. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 2.44, this code ranks in the 17th percentile among Surgery codes — 3.3x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 10081?
CPT 10081 (incision and drainage pilonidal cyst complicated) is a Surgery code. Incision and drainage of pilonidal cyst, complicated. Surgical management of complex pilonidal disease with multiple tracts, recurrent infection, or extensive inflammatory disease.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 10081?
The work RVU for CPT 10081 is 2.44. This code is primarily used by General Surgery, Colorectal Surgery, Proctology. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 10081 used?
Used for recurrent or infected pilonidal disease with multiple sinus tracts requiring extensive drainage and debridement.
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