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11730 Avulsion nail plate simple 1

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: nail removal, nail avulsion

Simple avulsion of nail plate of first nail. Complete removal of nail plate without involvement of nail bed or matrix in single digit.

Clinical Context

Used for removal of symptomatic or problematic nail plate. Common for ingrown nails, severe infections, or trauma.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU1.02
Practice Expense RVU2.24
Malpractice RVU0.08
Total RVU3.34

Est. Medicare Payment

$111.56

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

PodiatryDermatologyGeneral Surgery

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.