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25066 Biopsy forearm soft tissues

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: excisional biopsy forearm, open soft tissue biopsy

Excisional biopsy of soft tissues in the forearm with removal of the entire lesion as the diagnostic specimen.

Clinical Context

Used when needle biopsy is non-diagnostic or when the entire lesion should be removed and analyzed. Provides both diagnosis and treatment for small lesions.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU4.16
Practice Expense RVU5.75
Malpractice RVU0.82
Total RVU10.73

Est. Medicare Payment

$358.38

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

Specialties

Orthopedic SurgeryHand SurgeryGeneral 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.