41110 Excision of tongue lesion
Also known as: tongue lesion excision, tongue tumor removal, glossectomy partial
Surgical excision of a lesion or tumor of the tongue with primary closure.
In Plain Language
removing bump from tongue; tongue tumor removal; cutting out tongue lesion
Clinical Context
Used for benign or malignant lesions of the tongue requiring excision. Common with squamous cell carcinoma, benign tumors, hemangiomas, or cystic lesions.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.52 |
| Total RVU | 1.52 |
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 1.52, this code ranks in the 9th percentile among Surgery codes — 5.3x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 41110?
CPT 41110 (Excision of tongue lesion) is a Surgery code. Surgical excision of a lesion or tumor of the tongue with primary closure.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 41110?
The work RVU for CPT 41110 is 1.52. This code is primarily used by Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 41110 used?
Used for benign or malignant lesions of the tongue requiring excision. Common with squamous cell carcinoma, benign tumors, hemangiomas, or cystic lesions.
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