24201 removal foreign body upper arm/elbow deep
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: foreign body removal deep, deep FB removal
Removal of foreign body from the upper arm or elbow region located in deep tissues. Extraction of deep foreign material requiring dissection.
Clinical Context
Used for removal of deep foreign bodies in muscles, fascial planes, or near bone of the upper arm or elbow region.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.58 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 14.41 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.99 |
| Total RVU | 19.98 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$667.33
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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