23071 excision shoulder lesion sternoclavicular 3 centimeters/>
Also known as: Subcutaneous lesion excision, Lipoma removal
Excision, soft tissue tumor, shoulder area; subcutaneous lesion, 3 centimeters or greater.
In Plain Language
Removal of skin and fat growth; Lipoma or cyst removal
Clinical Context
Used for subcutaneous masses 3 cm or greater; includes lipomas, cysts, and other soft tissue lesions.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.76 |
| Total RVU | 5.76 |
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 5.76, this code ranks in the 38th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.4x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 23071?
CPT 23071 (excision shoulder lesion sternoclavicular 3 centimeters/>) is a Surgery code. Excision, soft tissue tumor, shoulder area; subcutaneous lesion, 3 centimeters or greater.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 23071?
The work RVU for CPT 23071 is 5.76. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 23071 used?
Used for subcutaneous masses 3 cm or greater; includes lipomas, cysts, and other soft tissue lesions.
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