24079 Radiation rescj tumor tissue a/e 5 cm+
Also known as: radical tumor resection 5cm+, large tumor resection, en bloc tumor removal large
Radical resection of tumor (soft tissue and bone), arm or elbow, 5 centimeters or greater. En bloc wide local excision of malignant soft tissue tumor with osseous involvement, 5 cm or larger.
In Plain Language
complete removal of large cancer from arm; extensive tumor removal
Clinical Context
Applied for larger primary malignant soft tissue or bone tumors of arm/elbow (5 cm or greater) requiring extensive wide margin en bloc resection.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 20.09 |
| Total RVU | 20.09 |
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 20.09, this code ranks in the 82nd percentile among Surgery codes — 2.5x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 24079?
CPT 24079 (Radiation rescj tumor tissue a/e 5 cm+) is a Surgery code. Radical resection of tumor (soft tissue and bone), arm or elbow, 5 centimeters or greater. En bloc wide local excision of malignant soft tissue tumor with osseous involvement, 5 cm or larger.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 24079?
The work RVU for CPT 24079 is 20.09. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Surgical Oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 24079 used?
Applied for larger primary malignant soft tissue or bone tumors of arm/elbow (5 cm or greater) requiring extensive wide margin en bloc resection.
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