24200 removal foreign body upper arm/elbow subcutaneous
Also known as: foreign body removal subcutaneous, FB removal superficial
Removal of foreign body from the upper arm or elbow region located in subcutaneous tissue. Extraction of superficial foreign material.
Clinical Context
Used for removal of superficial foreign bodies such as splinters, glass, metal fragments, or other foreign material in the subcutaneous tissues of the upper arm or elbow.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.76 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 5.16 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.36 |
| Total RVU | 7.28 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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