49611 Repair umbilical lesion
Also known as: recurrent umbilical hernia with mesh, umbilical hernia rerepair mesh, navel hernia revision reinforcement
Repair of recurrent umbilical hernia with mesh or tissue reinforcement.
In Plain Language
surgical repair of belly button hernia that came back with patch; reinforced revision of navel defect
Clinical Context
Surgical repair of recurrent umbilical hernia with mesh or tissue reinforcement. Standard approach for recurrent hernias.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.11 |
| Total RVU | 9.11 |
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 9.11, this code ranks in the 55th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 49611?
CPT 49611 (Repair umbilical lesion) is a Surgery code. Repair of recurrent umbilical hernia with mesh or tissue reinforcement.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 49611?
The work RVU for CPT 49611 is 9.11. This code is primarily used by General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 49611 used?
Surgical repair of recurrent umbilical hernia with mesh or tissue reinforcement. Standard approach for recurrent hernias.
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