11043 Debridement muscle and/or fsca first 20/<
Also known as: Muscle and fascia debridement, Deep tissue cleanup, debridement to muscle, deep wound debridement, wound debridement muscle, deep debridement
Debridement of muscle and fascia (and subcutaneous tissue if necessary) for first twenty square centimeters or less. Removal of infected or necrotic muscle and fascial tissue.
In Plain Language
Muscle tissue removal; Fascial tissue cleanup
Clinical Context
Used for necrotizing fasciitis, deep soft tissue infections, or traumatic muscle injury with necrosis.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.63 |
| Total RVU | 2.63 |
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 2.63, this code ranks in the 18th percentile among Surgery codes — 3.0x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 11043?
CPT 11043 (Debridement muscle and/or fsca first 20/<) is a Surgery code. Debridement of muscle and fascia (and subcutaneous tissue if necessary) for first twenty square centimeters or less. Removal of infected or necrotic muscle and fascial tissue.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 11043?
The work RVU for CPT 11043 is 2.63. This code is primarily used by General Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery.
When is CPT 11043 used?
Used for necrotizing fasciitis, deep soft tissue infections, or traumatic muscle injury with necrosis.
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