23065 Biopsy shoulder tissues
Also known as: Shoulder soft tissue biopsy, Superficial biopsy
Biopsy, soft tissue of shoulder area; superficial.
In Plain Language
Tissue sample from surface layer; Superficial shoulder biopsy
Clinical Context
Closed needle or open biopsy of superficial shoulder tissues for diagnostic evaluation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.24 |
| Total RVU | 2.24 |
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 10-day global period — follow-up visits within 10 days of the procedure are included in the reimbursement. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 2.24, this code ranks in the 15th percentile among Surgery codes — 3.6x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 23065?
CPT 23065 (Biopsy shoulder tissues) is a Surgery code. Biopsy, soft tissue of shoulder area; superficial.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 23065?
The work RVU for CPT 23065 is 2.24. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Pathology. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 23065 used?
Closed needle or open biopsy of superficial shoulder tissues for diagnostic evaluation.
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