11057 paring/cutting benign hyperkeratotic lesion >4
Also known as: hyperkeratosis removal, wart removal
Removal of benign hyperkeratotic lesions greater than 4 centimeters using paring or cutting technique. This procedure removes thickened skin growths that are not suspicious for malignancy.
In Plain Language
removal of thick skin growth; cutting away warty bumps
Clinical Context
Used for symptomatic or cosmetically bothersome benign skin growths including plantar warts, corns, or seborrheic keratoses. Indicated when lesions are large and noninvasive removal is appropriate.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.63 |
| Total RVU | 0.63 |
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 0.63, this code ranks in the 2nd percentile among Surgery codes — 12.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 11057?
CPT 11057 (paring/cutting benign hyperkeratotic lesion >4) is a Surgery code. Removal of benign hyperkeratotic lesions greater than 4 centimeters using paring or cutting technique. This procedure removes thickened skin growths that are not suspicious for malignancy.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 11057?
The work RVU for CPT 11057 is 0.63. This code is primarily used by Dermatology, Primary Care, Podiatry.
When is CPT 11057 used?
Used for symptomatic or cosmetically bothersome benign skin growths including plantar warts, corns, or seborrheic keratoses. Indicated when lesions are large and noninvasive removal is appropriate.
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