CPT® Code 11001

Add-On Code

Debridement of extensive eczematous or infected skin; each additional 10% of the body surface, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

Debridement of extensive eczematous or infected skin involves the surgical removal of foreign material, devitalized tissue, or contaminated tissue from areas of the skin affected by eczema or infection. This procedure is performed to expose healthy tissue beneath the damaged skin, facilitating healing and recovery. The process typically includes the careful excision of the affected skin layers, ensuring that the surrounding healthy tissue is preserved as much as possible. Following the debridement, it is common practice to apply antibiotics or topical lubricants to the affected area to prevent infection and promote healing. The CPT® Code 11001 is specifically used to report the debridement of each additional 10% of the body surface area beyond the initial 10% covered by CPT® Code 11000. This means that if a patient requires debridement of more than 10% of their body surface area, the additional percentage is documented using Code 11001, which is billed separately in conjunction with the primary procedure code 11000.