11005 Debridement skin abdominal wall
Also known as: Abdominal wall debridement, Belly wound cleanup
Debridement of skin and subcutaneous tissue of abdominal wall. Removal of infected or damaged tissue from anterior abdominal surface.
In Plain Language
Abdominal skin cleanup; Belly wound debridement
Clinical Context
Used for infected or gangrenous abdominal wounds, severe trauma, or necrotizing infections of the abdominal wall.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 13.88 |
| Total RVU | 13.88 |
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 13.88, this code ranks in the 70th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.7x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 11005?
CPT 11005 (Debridement skin abdominal wall) is a Surgery code. Debridement of skin and subcutaneous tissue of abdominal wall. Removal of infected or damaged tissue from anterior abdominal surface.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 11005?
The work RVU for CPT 11005 is 13.88. This code is primarily used by General Surgery, Trauma Surgery, Surgical Oncology.
When is CPT 11005 used?
Used for infected or gangrenous abdominal wounds, severe trauma, or necrotizing infections of the abdominal wall.
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