CPT 11044
Debridement bone 1st 20 square cm/<
Last reviewed August 2026 · DataLily AI data team
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CPT 11044 at a glance
- Code
- 11044
- Code type
- CPT
- Short descriptor
- Dbrdmt bone 1st 20 sq cm/<
- 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
- $742.04 national · 2026Q2
What is CPT code 11044?
CPT 11044 is a CPT procedure code for debridement bone 1st 20 square cm/<. Its official short descriptor is "Dbrdmt bone 1st 20 sq cm/<". In the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Surgical.
Is CPT 11044 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 11044 can be performed in a certified ambulatory surgery center.
Where is CPT 11044 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 11044?
The national Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 11044 is $742.04 (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 11044?
CPT 11044 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.