CPT 11310
Shave skin lesion 0.5 cm/<
CPT 11310 at a glance
- Code
- 11310
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Shave skin lesion 0.5 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
- $83.58 national · 2026Q2
What is CPT code 11310?
CPT 11310 is a CPT/HCPCS procedure code. Its official short descriptor is "Shave skin lesion 0.5 cm/<". In the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Surgical.
Is CPT 11310 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 11310 can be performed in a certified ambulatory surgery center.
Where is CPT 11310 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 11310?
The national Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 11310 is $83.58 (CMS ASC Payment System, 2026Q2). This is the national, unadjusted amount published by CMS; 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 11310?
CPT 11310 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.