20103 exploration pentrg wound extremity
Also known as: extremity wound exploration, limb wound exam
Surgical exploration of a penetrating wound to an extremity (arm or leg) to identify and evaluate soft tissue, bone, or vascular damage. This procedure assesses injury severity.
Clinical Context
Used for assessment of penetrating extremity trauma to identify vascular, nerve, tendon, or bony injury requiring operative management or repair.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.21 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 11.49 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.03 |
| Total RVU | 17.73 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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