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23066 Biopsy shoulder tissues

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: Deep shoulder biopsy, Deep tissue biopsy

Biopsy, soft tissue of shoulder area; deep.

Clinical Context

Open surgical biopsy of deep shoulder muscles or structures requiring deeper tissue sampling.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU4.19
Practice Expense RVU13.62
Malpractice RVU0.92
Total RVU18.73

Est. Medicare Payment

$625.58

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

Specialties

Orthopedic SurgeryPathology

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