41150 Tongue mouth jaw surgery
Also known as: composite resection, tongue mandible resection, glossectomy with mandibulectomy
Surgical resection of tongue and floor of mouth with removal of mandibular bone for advanced cancer.
In Plain Language
removing tongue and jaw bone; major mouth and jaw surgery; complex tongue cancer surgery
Clinical Context
Used for tongue cancer with mandibular invasion requiring composite resection. Usually associated with reconstruction using bone flaps.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 29.11 |
| Total RVU | 29.11 |
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 29.11, this code ranks in the 92nd percentile among Surgery codes — 3.6x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 41150?
CPT 41150 (Tongue mouth jaw surgery) is a Surgery code. Surgical resection of tongue and floor of mouth with removal of mandibular bone for advanced cancer.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 41150?
The work RVU for CPT 41150 is 29.11. 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 41150 used?
Used for tongue cancer with mandibular invasion requiring composite resection. Usually associated with reconstruction using bone flaps.
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