40814 Excise/repair mouth lesion
Also known as: complex lesion excision, oral lesion excision with flap
Excision and repair of mouth lesion with more complex reconstruction. May involve flap or graft procedures.
In Plain Language
removing and rebuilding a mouth lesion
Clinical Context
Used for larger lesions or those requiring tissue reconstruction to maintain oral function and appearance.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.43 |
| Total RVU | 3.43 |
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 3.43, this code ranks in the 24th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.3x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 40814?
CPT 40814 (Excise/repair mouth lesion) is a Surgery code. Excision and repair of mouth lesion with more complex reconstruction. May involve flap or graft procedures.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 40814?
The work RVU for CPT 40814 is 3.43. This code is primarily used by Oral Surgery, Plastic Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 40814 used?
Used for larger lesions or those requiring tissue reconstruction to maintain oral function and appearance.
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