11011 Debride skin muscle at fracture site
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.
In Plain Language
Fracture area muscle cleanup; Deep tissue removal at injury site
Clinical Context
Used for open fractures with contamination of muscle and deeper tissues requiring removal prior to fixation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.82 |
| Total RVU | 4.82 |
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 4.82, this code ranks in the 33rd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 11011?
CPT 11011 (Debride skin muscle at fracture site) is a Surgery code. Debridement of skin, subcutaneous tissue, and muscle at fracture site. Removal of skin, soft tissue, and muscle contamination or necrosis at a fracture.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 11011?
The work RVU for CPT 11011 is 4.82. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery, General Surgery.
When is CPT 11011 used?
Used for open fractures with contamination of muscle and deeper tissues requiring removal prior to fixation.
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