40810 Excision of mouth lesion
Also known as: oral lesion excision, mucosal excision
Excision of mouth lesion without reconstruction. Simple removal of oral mucosal lesion.
In Plain Language
removing a bump or sore in the mouth
Clinical Context
Used for small benign lesions, papillomas, or localized tumors without significant defect requiring closure.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.33 |
| Total RVU | 1.33 |
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 1.33, this code ranks in the 7th percentile among Surgery codes — 6.0x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 40810?
CPT 40810 (Excision of mouth lesion) is a Surgery code. Excision of mouth lesion without reconstruction. Simple removal of oral mucosal lesion.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 40810?
The work RVU for CPT 40810 is 1.33. This code is primarily used by Oral Surgery, General Surgery, ENT. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 40810 used?
Used for small benign lesions, papillomas, or localized tumors without significant defect requiring closure.
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