CPT 11042
Debridement subcutaneous tissue 1st 20sqcm/<
Last reviewed August 2026 · DataLily AI data team
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CPT 11042 at a glance
- Code
- 11042
- Code type
- CPT
- Short descriptor
- Dbrdmt subq tis 1st 20sqcm/<
- Category
- ASC Surgical
- ASC eligibility
- ASC-eligible (surgical)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24); also commonly performed in an office or clinic (POS 11).
- Medicare ASC rate
- $223.01 national · 2026Q2
What is CPT code 11042?
CPT 11042 is a CPT procedure code for debridement subcutaneous tissue 1st 20sqcm/<. Its official short descriptor is "Dbrdmt subq tis 1st 20sqcm/<". In the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Surgical.
Is CPT 11042 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 11042 can be performed in a certified ambulatory surgery center.
Where is CPT 11042 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24); also commonly performed in an office or clinic (POS 11).
What is the Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 11042?
The national Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 11042 is $223.01 (Medicare ASC Payment System, 2026Q2). This is the national, unadjusted Medicare amount; the amount an individual ambulatory surgery center is paid is adjusted for local wage index and may differ. It reflects Medicare's facility payment only and does not include the surgeon's professional fee.
Which specialties use CPT 11042?
CPT 11042 is most associated with General Surgery, Plastic Surgery.
Reference information about ASC eligibility and typical procedure setting. Codes, descriptors, and ASC-eligibility status change over time. This is a coding reference, not billing, coding, or legal advice. Always verify against current guidance and individual payer policy before scheduling or billing. CPT is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Read the DataLily AI data methodology.