60280 Remove thyroid duct lesion
Also known as: thyroglossal duct cyst removal, Sistrunk procedure, thyroglossal ductectomy
Surgical removal of a thyroglossal duct cyst or remnant, typically through an open incision, with removal of the tract from the foramen cecum to the thyroid isthmus.
In Plain Language
removal of thyroid duct cyst; removal of neck cyst from thyroid gland remnant
Clinical Context
Performed for infected or enlarging thyroglossal duct cysts, the most common congenital neck mass. Sistrunk procedure includes en bloc removal of cyst, entire tract, central hyoid bone, and tissue above foramen cecum to prevent recurrence.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.01 |
| Total RVU | 6.01 |
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 6.01, this code ranks in the 40th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.3x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 60280?
CPT 60280 (Remove thyroid duct lesion) is a Surgery code. Surgical removal of a thyroglossal duct cyst or remnant, typically through an open incision, with removal of the tract from the foramen cecum to the thyroid isthmus.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 60280?
The work RVU for CPT 60280 is 6.01. This code is primarily used by head and neck surgery, general surgery, otolaryngology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 60280 used?
Performed for infected or enlarging thyroglossal duct cysts, the most common congenital neck mass. Sistrunk procedure includes en bloc removal of cyst, entire tract, central hyoid bone, and tissue above foramen cecum to prevent recurrence.
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