16020 Dress/debrid p-thick burn s
Also known as: partial thickness burn dressing small, burn dress small
Dressing and debridement of partial-thickness (second-degree) burn injury for small treatment area less than defined square centimeters.
Clinical Context
Performed in acute or outpatient settings for small partial-thickness burns. Includes removal of devitalized tissue and application of topical agents and dressings.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.69 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.97 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.12 |
| Total RVU | 2.78 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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