24110 excision/curettage bone cyst/benign tumor humerus
Also known as: humerus cyst excision, bone lesion curettage, benign bone tumor removal
Excision or curettage of bone cyst or benign bone tumor of humerus. Removal or curettage of benign bone lesion from humerus with cortical preservation when possible.
In Plain Language
removal of benign bone tumor from upper arm; bone cyst removal
Clinical Context
Performed for simple bone cyst, aneurysmal bone cyst, or benign bone tumors (osteochondroma, etc.) of humerus causing pain or fracture risk.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.39 |
| Total RVU | 7.39 |
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 7.39, this code ranks in the 47th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 24110?
CPT 24110 (excision/curettage bone cyst/benign tumor humerus) is a Surgery code. Excision or curettage of bone cyst or benign bone tumor of humerus. Removal or curettage of benign bone lesion from humerus with cortical preservation when possible.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 24110?
The work RVU for CPT 24110 is 7.39. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Surgical Oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 24110 used?
Performed for simple bone cyst, aneurysmal bone cyst, or benign bone tumors (osteochondroma, etc.) of humerus causing pain or fracture risk.
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