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24120 excision/curettage bone cyst/benign tumor rds

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: radius cyst excision, radial bone tumor removal

Excision or curettage of a benign cyst or tumor of the radius involving bone removal. Addresses pathologic lesions in the smaller forearm bone requiring complete surgical management.

Clinical Context

Used for treatment of benign bone lesions of the radius such as simple bone cysts or enchondromas requiring surgical excision without complex grafting.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU6.65
Practice Expense RVU7.20
Malpractice RVU1.34
Total RVU15.19

Est. Medicare Payment

$507.35

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Orthopedic SurgeryHand SurgerySurgical Oncology

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.