60000 incision and drainage thyroglssl dux cyst infct
Also known as: thyroglossal duct cyst I&D, thyroglossal abscess drainage
Incision and drainage of thyroglossal duct cyst infection or abscess, usually performed via direct incision and drainage.
In Plain Language
surgical drainage of infected thyroid cyst in neck
Clinical Context
Thyroglossal duct cysts present as midline neck mass; when infected (abscess), require incision and drainage with consideration for definitive Sistrunk procedure.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.76 |
| Total RVU | 1.76 |
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 1.76, this code ranks in the 12th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.5x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 60000?
CPT 60000 (incision and drainage thyroglssl dux cyst infct) is a Surgery code. Incision and drainage of thyroglossal duct cyst infection or abscess, usually performed via direct incision and drainage.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 60000?
The work RVU for CPT 60000 is 1.76. This code is primarily used by General Surgery, Otolaryngology. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 60000 used?
Thyroglossal duct cysts present as midline neck mass; when infected (abscess), require incision and drainage with consideration for definitive Sistrunk procedure.
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