40805 Removal foreign body mouth
Also known as: foreign body removal, complex FB extraction
Removal of foreign body from the mouth, likely more complex or challenging removal than 40804.
In Plain Language
removing something difficult stuck in the mouth
Clinical Context
Similar to 40804 but may involve deeper penetration, multiple objects, or difficult extraction requiring more extensive manipulation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.72 |
| Total RVU | 2.72 |
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 2.72, this code ranks in the 19th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.9x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 40805?
CPT 40805 (Removal foreign body mouth) is a Surgery code. Removal of foreign body from the mouth, likely more complex or challenging removal than 40804.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 40805?
The work RVU for CPT 40805 is 2.72. This code is primarily used by Oral Surgery, General Surgery, Emergency Medicine. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 40805 used?
Similar to 40804 but may involve deeper penetration, multiple objects, or difficult extraction requiring more extensive manipulation.
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