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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 RVU4.58
Practice Expense RVU14.41
Malpractice RVU0.99
Total RVU19.98

Est. Medicare Payment

$667.33

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

Specialties

Orthopedic SurgeryGeneral SurgerySurgical Trauma

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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.