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16000 Initial treatment of burn(s)

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: burn treatment, burn initial care

Initial treatment of acute burn injury including evaluation, treatment planning, pain management, and wound assessment.

Clinical Context

Performed in emergency department or acute care setting for newly sustained thermal injuries. Includes fluid resuscitation assessment, airway evaluation, and wound documentation.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.87
Practice Expense RVU1.68
Malpractice RVU0.15
Total RVU2.70

Est. Medicare Payment

$90.18

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

Specialties

Burn SurgeryTrauma SurgeryEmergency Medicine

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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.