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10021 Fna biopsy without img gdn first lesion

Surgery

Also known as: FNA without imaging, Palpation-guided FNA

Fine needle aspiration biopsy without image guidance of first lesion. Palpation-guided percutaneous needle sampling for superficial or readily palpable lesions.

Clinical Context

Used for accessible superficial lesions that can be easily felt and stabilized by palpation, such as thyroid nodules, lymph nodes, or breast masses.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU1.00
Practice Expense RVU1.88
Malpractice RVU0.14
Total RVU3.02

Est. Medicare Payment

$100.87

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

General SurgeryOncologyEndocrinology

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