23180 Prtl excision bone clavicle
Also known as: clavicular osteotomy, partial clavicle excision, clavicle shortening
Partial excision of bone of clavicle (distal or medial end resection). Also called osteotomy or bone shortening of clavicle, without significant cortical disruption.
Clinical Context
Performed for distal clavicle hypertrophy, acromioclavicular joint arthropathy, or to relieve subacromial impingement symptoms in patients with anterolateral outlet syndrome.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.77 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 8.98 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.86 |
| Total RVU | 19.61 |
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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