41806 Removal foreign body jawbone
Also known as: foreign body removal jawbone, alveolar bone foreign body extraction, mandibular foreign body removal
Surgical removal of a foreign body from the jawbone (alveolar bone).
In Plain Language
removing object from jawbone; jaw bone foreign body removal; extracting item from bone
Clinical Context
Used for removal of foreign bodies embedded in the alveolar bone such as bone fragments, metallic objects, or other debris requiring surgical extraction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.72 |
| Total RVU | 2.72 |
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 2.72, this code ranks in the 19th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.9x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 41806?
CPT 41806 (Removal foreign body jawbone) is a Surgery code. Surgical removal of a foreign body from the jawbone (alveolar bone).
What is the wRVU value for CPT 41806?
The work RVU for CPT 41806 is 2.72. This code is primarily used by Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Dentistry. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 41806 used?
Used for removal of foreign bodies embedded in the alveolar bone such as bone fragments, metallic objects, or other debris requiring surgical extraction.
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