21030 Excise max/zygoma benign tumor
Also known as: maxilla tumor removal, cheekbone tumor excision
Excision of maxillary or zygomatic benign bone tumor.
In Plain Language
removal of benign tumor from upper jaw or cheekbone; benign facial bone tumor removal
Clinical Context
Removal of benign maxillary or zygomatic bone tumors.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.79 |
| Total RVU | 4.79 |
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 4.79, this code ranks in the 33rd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 21030?
CPT 21030 (Excise max/zygoma benign tumor) is a Surgery code. Excision of maxillary or zygomatic benign bone tumor.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 21030?
The work RVU for CPT 21030 is 4.79. This code is primarily used by Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Plastic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 21030 used?
Removal of benign maxillary or zygomatic bone tumors.
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