11046 Debridement muscle and/or fsca each additional
Also known as: Additional muscle debridement, Extra deep tissue removal
Debridement of muscle and fascia (and subcutaneous tissue if necessary), each additional twenty square centimeters or less. Add-on code for additional muscular debridement.
In Plain Language
Additional muscle tissue removal; Extra fascial cleanup
Clinical Context
Applied for extensive necrotizing fasciitis or deep soft tissue infection involving multiple anatomic regions.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.00 |
| Total RVU | 1.00 |
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. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 1.00, this code ranks in the 4th percentile among Surgery codes — 8.0x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 11046?
CPT 11046 (Debridement muscle and/or fsca each additional) is a Surgery code. Debridement of muscle and fascia (and subcutaneous tissue if necessary), each additional twenty square centimeters or less. Add-on code for additional muscular debridement.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 11046?
The work RVU for CPT 11046 is 1.00. This code is primarily used by General Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery.
When is CPT 11046 used?
Applied for extensive necrotizing fasciitis or deep soft tissue infection involving multiple anatomic regions.
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