11004 Debridement skin external gent & per
Also known as: Genital skin debridement, Perineal debridement
Debridement of skin and subcutaneous tissue of external genitalia and perineum. Removal of infected or damaged tissue from genitoperineal region.
In Plain Language
Genital area cleanup; Perineal wound debridement
Clinical Context
Used for Fournier's gangrene, infected perineal wounds, or severe perineal trauma requiring tissue removal.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 10.53 |
| Total RVU | 10.53 |
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 10.53, this code ranks in the 60th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.3x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 11004?
CPT 11004 (Debridement skin external gent & per) is a Surgery code. Debridement of skin and subcutaneous tissue of external genitalia and perineum. Removal of infected or damaged tissue from genitoperineal region.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 11004?
The work RVU for CPT 11004 is 10.53. This code is primarily used by General Surgery, Colorectal Surgery, Urology.
When is CPT 11004 used?
Used for Fournier's gangrene, infected perineal wounds, or severe perineal trauma requiring tissue removal.
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