24120 excision/curettage bone cyst/benign tumor rds
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.
In Plain Language
Removal of a benign lump from the forearm bone; Cleaning out a non-cancerous growth in the smaller arm bone
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 RVU | 6.65 |
| Total RVU | 6.65 |
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 6.65, this code ranks in the 44th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.2x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 24120?
CPT 24120 (excision/curettage bone cyst/benign tumor rds) is a Surgery code. 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.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 24120?
The work RVU for CPT 24120 is 6.65. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Hand Surgery, Surgical Oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 24120 used?
Used for treatment of benign bone lesions of the radius such as simple bone cysts or enchondromas requiring surgical excision without complex grafting.
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