20939 Bone marrow aspiration bone grfg
Also known as: bone marrow harvest, marrow aspiration
Bone marrow aspiration collection for use with bone grafting procedures.
In Plain Language
collection of bone marrow for graft enhancement; harvesting marrow for bone repair
Clinical Context
Aspirated bone marrow contains osteogenic cells and growth factors that enhance bone graft incorporation and healing.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.13 |
| Total RVU | 1.13 |
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. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 1.13, this code ranks in the 5th percentile among Surgery codes — 7.1x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 20939?
CPT 20939 (Bone marrow aspiration bone grfg) is a Surgery code. Bone marrow aspiration collection for use with bone grafting procedures.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 20939?
The work RVU for CPT 20939 is 1.13. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery.
When is CPT 20939 used?
Aspirated bone marrow contains osteogenic cells and growth factors that enhance bone graft incorporation and healing.
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