24075 excision arm/elbow lesion sternoclavicular < 3 centimeters
Also known as: excision superficial lesion <3cm, small lesion removal, minor lesion excision
Excision of arm/elbow lesion (benign, superficial, less than 3 centimeters). Removal of superficial benign lesion from arm or elbow, size less than 3 cm.
In Plain Language
removal of small benign bump from arm; small growth removal
Clinical Context
Performed for small benign superficial soft tissue lesions of arm/elbow (lipoma, cyst, etc.) less than 3 cm.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.13 |
| Total RVU | 4.13 |
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 4.13, this code ranks in the 28th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.9x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 24075?
CPT 24075 (excision arm/elbow lesion sternoclavicular < 3 centimeters) is a Surgery code. Excision of arm/elbow lesion (benign, superficial, less than 3 centimeters). Removal of superficial benign lesion from arm or elbow, size less than 3 cm.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 24075?
The work RVU for CPT 24075 is 4.13. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 24075 used?
Performed for small benign superficial soft tissue lesions of arm/elbow (lipoma, cyst, etc.) less than 3 cm.
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