20220 Bone biopsy trocar/needle superficial
Also known as: bone biopsy needle, cortical bone biopsy
Bone biopsy using needle or trocar technique to obtain superficial or cortical bone sample for histologic diagnosis. This minimally invasive method evaluates bone pathology.
Clinical Context
Used to diagnose metabolic bone diseases, infections, malignancies, or other bone pathology when clinical features and imaging suggest bone-level pathology.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.61 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 4.90 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.17 |
| Total RVU | 6.68 |
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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