24071 excision arm/elbow lesion sternoclavicular 3 centimeters/>
Also known as: excision superficial lesion >3cm, superficial lesion removal, benign lesion excision
Excision of arm/elbow lesion (benign, superficial, greater than 3 centimeters). Removal of superficial benign lesion from arm or elbow, size greater than 3 cm.
In Plain Language
removal of benign bump or growth from arm; benign lesion removal
Clinical Context
Performed for benign soft tissue lesions (lipoma, cyst, etc.) of arm/elbow exceeding 3 cm requiring excision.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.56 |
| Total RVU | 5.56 |
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 5.56, this code ranks in the 37th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.4x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 24071?
CPT 24071 (excision arm/elbow lesion sternoclavicular 3 centimeters/>) is a Surgery code. Excision of arm/elbow lesion (benign, superficial, greater than 3 centimeters). Removal of superficial benign lesion from arm or elbow, size greater than 3 cm.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 24071?
The work RVU for CPT 24071 is 5.56. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 24071 used?
Performed for benign soft tissue lesions (lipoma, cyst, etc.) of arm/elbow exceeding 3 cm requiring excision.
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