11044 Debridement bone first 20 square centimeters/<
Also known as: Bone debridement, Bone removal, debridement to bone, wound debridement bone
Debridement of bone for first twenty square centimeters or less. Removal of necrotic or contaminated bone tissue.
In Plain Language
Bone tissue removal; Dead bone cleanup
Clinical Context
Used for osteomyelitis, bone necrosis, or removal of damaged bone fragments in trauma.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.00 |
| Total RVU | 4.00 |
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 4.00, 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 11044?
CPT 11044 (Debridement bone first 20 square centimeters/<) is a Surgery code. Debridement of bone for first twenty square centimeters or less. Removal of necrotic or contaminated bone tissue.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 11044?
The work RVU for CPT 11044 is 4.00. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery, General Surgery.
When is CPT 11044 used?
Used for osteomyelitis, bone necrosis, or removal of damaged bone fragments in trauma.
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