23073 excision shoulder tumor deep 5 centimeters/>
Also known as: Deep muscle tumor excision, Intramuscular tumor removal
Excision, soft tissue tumor, shoulder area; intramuscular tumor, 5 centimeters or greater.
In Plain Language
Removal of deep muscle growth; Large muscle tumor excision
Clinical Context
Used for larger intramuscular shoulder tumors 5 cm or greater; requires muscle splitting and potential nerve preservation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.88 |
| Total RVU | 9.88 |
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 9.88, this code ranks in the 58th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 23073?
CPT 23073 (excision shoulder tumor deep 5 centimeters/>) is a Surgery code. Excision, soft tissue tumor, shoulder area; intramuscular tumor, 5 centimeters or greater.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 23073?
The work RVU for CPT 23073 is 9.88. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Surgical Oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 23073 used?
Used for larger intramuscular shoulder tumors 5 cm or greater; requires muscle splitting and potential nerve preservation.
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