20670 Removal implant superficial
Surgery
Global 10d
Also known as: implant removal, superficial implant extraction
Removal of a superficial implant.
Clinical Context
Used for removal of pins, plates, wires, or other hardware implanted in subcutaneous or superficial soft tissue layers.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.75 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 9.07 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.27 |
| Total RVU | 11.09 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$370.41
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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