10140 incision and drainage hmtma seroma/fluid collj
Also known as: Hematoma drainage, Seroma drainage, Fluid collection drainage
Incision and drainage of hematoma, seroma, or other fluid collection. Surgical drainage of blood or serous fluid accumulation in tissues.
In Plain Language
Blood clot drainage; Fluid accumulation drainage
Clinical Context
Common procedure for post-operative or traumatic fluid collections causing pain, mass effect, or infection risk.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.54 |
| Total RVU | 1.54 |
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 1.54, this code ranks in the 10th percentile among Surgery codes — 5.2x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 10140?
CPT 10140 (incision and drainage hmtma seroma/fluid collj) is a Surgery code. Incision and drainage of hematoma, seroma, or other fluid collection. Surgical drainage of blood or serous fluid accumulation in tissues.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 10140?
The work RVU for CPT 10140 is 1.54. This code is primarily used by General Surgery, Emergency Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 10140 used?
Common procedure for post-operative or traumatic fluid collections causing pain, mass effect, or infection risk.
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