11000 Debridement ecz/infected skin<10%
Also known as: Skin debridement, Infected skin removal
Debridement of infected or devitalized skin, eczematous area, or infected skin involving less than ten percent body surface area. Removal of dead or infected tissue from superficial skin.
In Plain Language
Dead skin removal; Infected skin cleanup
Clinical Context
Used for necrotizing infections, severe eczema with secondary infection, or burn care in limited body surface areas.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.59 |
| Total RVU | 0.59 |
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 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 0.59, this code ranks in the 1st percentile among Surgery codes — 13.6x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 11000?
CPT 11000 (Debridement ecz/infected skin<10%) is a Surgery code. Debridement of infected or devitalized skin, eczematous area, or infected skin involving less than ten percent body surface area. Removal of dead or infected tissue from superficial skin.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 11000?
The work RVU for CPT 11000 is 0.59. This code is primarily used by Dermatology, General Surgery, Wound Care.
When is CPT 11000 used?
Used for necrotizing infections, severe eczema with secondary infection, or burn care in limited body surface areas.
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