24065 Biopsy arm/elbow soft tissue
Also known as: arm biopsy, soft tissue biopsy superficial, elbow soft tissue biopsy
Biopsy of arm/elbow soft tissue (superficial). Needle or open biopsy of superficial soft tissues of arm or elbow for diagnostic evaluation.
Clinical Context
Performed for diagnostic evaluation of superficial soft tissue masses, lesions, or inflammatory conditions of arm/elbow requiring histologic diagnosis.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.08 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 5.49 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.28 |
| Total RVU | 7.85 |
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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