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20983 Ablate bone tumor(s) percutaneous

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: percutaneous bone ablation, tumor ablation with augmentation

Ablation of bone tumor or tumors, percutaneous technique with additional intervention.

Clinical Context

Percutaneous ablation with concurrent or staged intervention such as augmentation or curettage.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU6.71
Practice Expense RVU139.34
Malpractice RVU0.83
Total RVU146.88

Est. Medicare Payment

$4,905.79

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Orthopedic SurgeryInterventional RadiologyOncology

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