26111 excision hand lesion sternoclavicular 1.5 centimeters/>
Also known as: subcutaneous hand mass removal, soft tissue lesion excision
Excision (removal) of hand lesion, subcutaneous, 1.5 centimeters or greater.
In Plain Language
removal of skin lesion from hand; fatty tumor removal from hand
Clinical Context
Used for excision of benign subcutaneous lesions of the hand (lipomas, cysts, other soft tissue masses) 1.5 cm or larger.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.28 |
| Total RVU | 5.28 |
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 5.28, this code ranks in the 36th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.5x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 26111?
CPT 26111 (excision hand lesion sternoclavicular 1.5 centimeters/>) is a Surgery code. Excision (removal) of hand lesion, subcutaneous, 1.5 centimeters or greater.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 26111?
The work RVU for CPT 26111 is 5.28. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Hand Surgery, Plastic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 26111 used?
Used for excision of benign subcutaneous lesions of the hand (lipomas, cysts, other soft tissue masses) 1.5 cm or larger.
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