20900 Removal of bone for graft
Also known as: bone graft harvest, autograft harvest
Removal of bone for use as an autogenous graft from the donor site.
In Plain Language
removal of bone from one area for transplant; harvesting bone for grafting
Clinical Context
Performed when autogenous bone graft is needed for reconstruction; donor site selection depends on graft quantity and type required.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.93 |
| Total RVU | 2.93 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 2.93, this code ranks in the 20th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 20900?
CPT 20900 (Removal of bone for graft) is a Surgery code. Removal of bone for use as an autogenous graft from the donor site.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 20900?
The work RVU for CPT 20900 is 2.93. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery.
When is CPT 20900 used?
Performed when autogenous bone graft is needed for reconstruction; donor site selection depends on graft quantity and type required.
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