15837 excision excsv skin forearm/hand
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: forearm exc, hand skin removal
Excision of excessive skin and subcutaneous tissue from the forearm and hand region, addressing redundant tissue in the distal upper extremity.
Clinical Context
Performed less frequently than proximal arm excision, but used when forearm and hand skin laxity is significant. Part of comprehensive body contouring.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.31 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 17.02 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.73 |
| Total RVU | 28.06 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$937.20
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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