11010 Debride skin at fracture site
Also known as: Fracture site debridement, Injury debridement
Debridement of skin and subcutaneous tissue at fracture site. Removal of contaminated or devitalized tissue surrounding a fracture.
In Plain Language
Fracture area cleanup; Injury wound debridement
Clinical Context
Used for open fractures with contamination or devitalized tissue requiring removal prior to fixation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.09 |
| Total RVU | 4.09 |
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 4.09, this code ranks in the 28th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.0x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 11010?
CPT 11010 (Debride skin at fracture site) is a Surgery code. Debridement of skin and subcutaneous tissue at fracture site. Removal of contaminated or devitalized tissue surrounding a fracture.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 11010?
The work RVU for CPT 11010 is 4.09. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 11010 used?
Used for open fractures with contamination or devitalized tissue requiring removal prior to fixation.
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