23174 Sqstrctmy humeral head srg nck
Also known as: humeral head sequestrectomy, surgical neck debridement, proximal humerus dead bone removal
Sequestrectomy of humeral head and surgical neck (removal of dead or devitalized bone fragment from the proximal humerus). Specialized approach for proximal humeral sequestrectomy.
Clinical Context
Applied in proximal humeral osteomyelitis or post-fracture sequestrum formation, where removal of necrotic bone at the humeral head and surgical neck is required.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.80 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 9.81 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.09 |
| Total RVU | 21.70 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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