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.
In Plain Language
partial removal or shortening of collar bone; collar bone reshaping
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 |
| Total RVU | 8.77 |
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 8.77, this code ranks in the 53rd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 23180?
CPT 23180 (Prtl excision bone clavicle) is a Surgery code. Partial excision of bone of clavicle (distal or medial end resection). Also called osteotomy or bone shortening of clavicle, without significant cortical disruption.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 23180?
The work RVU for CPT 23180 is 8.77. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 23180 used?
Performed for distal clavicle hypertrophy, acromioclavicular joint arthropathy, or to relieve subacromial impingement symptoms in patients with anterolateral outlet syndrome.
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