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24164 Removal prosthesis radial head

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: radial head prosthesis removal, radial implant extraction

Removal of prosthetic implant of the radial head. Extraction of failed radial head replacement.

Clinical Context

Used for removal of failed radial head prosthesis due to loosening, breakage, infection, or other complications.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU9.75
Practice Expense RVU8.60
Malpractice RVU2.08
Total RVU20.43

Est. Medicare Payment

$682.36

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

Specialties

Orthopedic SurgeryHand SurgeryRevision Surgery

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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.