24073 Ex arm/elbow tumor deep 5 centimeters/>
Also known as: deep tumor excision >5cm, deep lesion removal, deep tumor removal
Excision of arm/elbow tumor (deep, greater than 5 centimeters). Removal of deep soft tissue tumor from arm or elbow, size greater than 5 cm.
In Plain Language
removal of deep growth from arm; deep tumor removal
Clinical Context
Used for benign or low-grade malignant deep soft tissue tumors of arm/elbow exceeding 5 cm requiring en bloc resection.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.88 |
| Total RVU | 9.88 |
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 9.88, this code ranks in the 58th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 24073?
CPT 24073 (Ex arm/elbow tumor deep 5 centimeters/>) is a Surgery code. Excision of arm/elbow tumor (deep, greater than 5 centimeters). Removal of deep soft tissue tumor from arm or elbow, size greater than 5 cm.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 24073?
The work RVU for CPT 24073 is 9.88. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Surgical Oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 24073 used?
Used for benign or low-grade malignant deep soft tissue tumors of arm/elbow exceeding 5 cm requiring en bloc resection.
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