23035 Incision bone cortex sho
Also known as: Bone drainage shoulder, Cortical incision
Incision, bone cortex, shoulder area (eg, osteomyelitis or bone abscess).
In Plain Language
Drainage of bone infection; Bone infection treatment
Clinical Context
Used for shoulder osteomyelitis or bone abscess; cortical incision provides drainage and decompression.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.93 |
| Total RVU | 8.93 |
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 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 8.93, this code ranks in the 54th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 23035?
CPT 23035 (Incision bone cortex sho) is a Surgery code. Incision, bone cortex, shoulder area (eg, osteomyelitis or bone abscess).
What is the wRVU value for CPT 23035?
The work RVU for CPT 23035 is 8.93. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Infectious Disease. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 23035 used?
Used for shoulder osteomyelitis or bone abscess; cortical incision provides drainage and decompression.
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