20520 removal foreign body muscle/tdn simple
Also known as: FB removal simple, foreign body removal muscle/tendon
Surgical removal of a foreign body from muscle or tendon using simple technique requiring minimal dissection. This procedure removes superficial or easily accessible foreign material.
Clinical Context
Used for removal of superficial foreign bodies (splinters, glass fragments, etc.) from muscle or tendon with minimal trauma to surrounding tissues.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.85 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 4.76 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.27 |
| Total RVU | 6.88 |
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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