11012 Deb skin bone at fracture site
Also known as: Bone debridement at fracture, Extensive fracture debridement
Debridement of skin, subcutaneous tissue, muscle, and bone at fracture site. Extensive removal of all contaminated or necrotic tissue including bone.
In Plain Language
Bone and tissue cleanup at fracture; Extensive injury debridement
Clinical Context
Used for contaminated open fractures with bone involvement or when bone fragments are devitalized.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.70 |
| Total RVU | 6.70 |
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 6.70, this code ranks in the 44th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.2x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 11012?
CPT 11012 (Deb skin bone at fracture site) is a Surgery code. Debridement of skin, subcutaneous tissue, muscle, and bone at fracture site. Extensive removal of all contaminated or necrotic tissue including bone.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 11012?
The work RVU for CPT 11012 is 6.70. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery, General Surgery.
When is CPT 11012 used?
Used for contaminated open fractures with bone involvement or when bone fragments are devitalized.
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