23333 Remove shoulder foreign body deep
Also known as: deep foreign body removal, intramuscular FB removal, deep FB extraction shoulder
Removal of foreign body from shoulder (deep). Extraction of foreign material from deep tissues, muscles, or joint space of shoulder region, requiring more extensive dissection.
Clinical Context
Used for foreign bodies embedded in shoulder musculature, interstices, or joint spaces; requires careful tissue dissection to locate and remove with minimal additional trauma.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.85 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.66 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.25 |
| Total RVU | 13.76 |
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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