24201 removal foreign body upper arm/elbow deep
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.
In Plain Language
Removal of a foreign object from deep tissues in the arm or elbow; Surgical extraction of deeply embedded debris
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 |
| Total RVU | 4.58 |
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 4.58, this code ranks in the 31st percentile among Surgery codes — 1.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 24201?
CPT 24201 (removal foreign body upper arm/elbow deep) is a Surgery code. Removal of foreign body from the upper arm or elbow region located in deep tissues. Extraction of deep foreign material requiring dissection.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 24201?
The work RVU for CPT 24201 is 4.58. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, General Surgery, Surgical Trauma. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 24201 used?
Used for removal of deep foreign bodies in muscles, fascial planes, or near bone of the upper arm or elbow region.
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