41108 Biopsy of floor of mouth
Also known as: floor of mouth biopsy, sublingual biopsy, oral floor biopsy
Surgical biopsy of the floor of the mouth including tissue sampling for histopathologic evaluation.
In Plain Language
tissue sample from under tongue; testing mouth floor lesion; biopsy of mouth bottom
Clinical Context
Used for evaluation of floor of mouth lesions, masses, or suspicious areas. Important for cancer screening in high-risk sites and evaluation of swelling.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.07 |
| Total RVU | 1.07 |
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 1.07, this code ranks in the 5th percentile among Surgery codes — 7.5x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 41108?
CPT 41108 (Biopsy of floor of mouth) is a Surgery code. Surgical biopsy of the floor of the mouth including tissue sampling for histopathologic evaluation.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 41108?
The work RVU for CPT 41108 is 1.07. This code is primarily used by Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Otolaryngology, Dentistry. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 41108 used?
Used for evaluation of floor of mouth lesions, masses, or suspicious areas. Important for cancer screening in high-risk sites and evaluation of swelling.
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