21011 excision face lesion sternoclavicular <2 centimeters
Also known as: facial lesion excision, small facial tumor removal
Excision of facial soft tissue lesion less than two centimeters.
In Plain Language
removal of small bump or growth on face; small facial skin lesion removal
Clinical Context
Removal of benign soft tissue lesions of the face including lipomas, nevi, or cysts.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.92 |
| Total RVU | 2.92 |
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 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 2.92, this code ranks in the 20th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 21011?
CPT 21011 (excision face lesion sternoclavicular <2 centimeters) is a Surgery code. Excision of facial soft tissue lesion less than two centimeters.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 21011?
The work RVU for CPT 21011 is 2.92. This code is primarily used by Plastic Surgery, Dermatology, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 21011 used?
Removal of benign soft tissue lesions of the face including lipomas, nevi, or cysts.
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