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11011 Debride skin muscle at fracture site

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: Muscle debridement at fracture, Deep fracture wound debridement

Debridement of skin, subcutaneous tissue, and muscle at fracture site. Removal of skin, soft tissue, and muscle contamination or necrosis at a fracture.

Clinical Context

Used for open fractures with contamination of muscle and deeper tissues requiring removal prior to fixation.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU4.82
Practice Expense RVU10.33
Malpractice RVU0.95
Total RVU16.10

Est. Medicare Payment

$537.74

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Orthopedic SurgeryTrauma SurgeryGeneral Surgery

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.