41113 Excision of tongue lesion
Also known as: tongue lesion with depth excision, deep tongue excision, muscle involvement excision
Surgical excision of a lesion of the tongue with removal of deep muscle tissue or structures.
In Plain Language
removing deep tongue problem; tongue surgery removing muscle; deep tongue tumor removal
Clinical Context
Used for tongue lesions with invasion into deep musculature or requiring removal of deeper structures. Common with invasive cancers or lesions with muscle involvement.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.21 |
| Total RVU | 3.21 |
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 3.21, this code ranks in the 22nd percentile among Surgery codes — 2.5x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 41113?
CPT 41113 (Excision of tongue lesion) is a Surgery code. Surgical excision of a lesion of the tongue with removal of deep muscle tissue or structures.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 41113?
The work RVU for CPT 41113 is 3.21. This code is primarily used by Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 41113 used?
Used for tongue lesions with invasion into deep musculature or requiring removal of deeper structures. Common with invasive cancers or lesions with muscle involvement.
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