40804 Removal foreign body mouth
Also known as: foreign body removal, FB extraction
Removal of foreign body from the mouth. Extraction of lodged material from oral cavity.
In Plain Language
removing something stuck in the mouth
Clinical Context
Used for removal of food impactions, dental work, or other objects lodged in the mouth. May require local anesthesia or minimal instrumentation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.27 |
| Total RVU | 1.27 |
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 10-day global period — follow-up visits within 10 days of the procedure are included in the reimbursement. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 1.27, this code ranks in the 7th percentile among Surgery codes — 6.3x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 40804?
CPT 40804 (Removal foreign body mouth) is a Surgery code. Removal of foreign body from the mouth. Extraction of lodged material from oral cavity.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 40804?
The work RVU for CPT 40804 is 1.27. This code is primarily used by Oral Surgery, General Surgery, Emergency Medicine. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 40804 used?
Used for removal of food impactions, dental work, or other objects lodged in the mouth. May require local anesthesia or minimal instrumentation.
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