25073 excision forearm tumor deep 3 centimeters/>
Also known as: excision deep forearm tumor, deep mass removal
Excision of a deep soft tissue tumor (beneath the fascia) of the forearm measuring 3 centimeters or larger, with adequate margin removal.
In Plain Language
removing deep tissue tumor from forearm
Clinical Context
Performed for deep sarcomas, hemangiomas, or other intramuscular tumors. Requires more extensive dissection than superficial lesions due to deeper location.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.95 |
| Total RVU | 6.95 |
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 6.95, this code ranks in the 45th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.2x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 25073?
CPT 25073 (excision forearm tumor deep 3 centimeters/>) is a Surgery code. Excision of a deep soft tissue tumor (beneath the fascia) of the forearm measuring 3 centimeters or larger, with adequate margin removal.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 25073?
The work RVU for CPT 25073 is 6.95. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Hand Surgery, Surgical Oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 25073 used?
Performed for deep sarcomas, hemangiomas, or other intramuscular tumors. Requires more extensive dissection than superficial lesions due to deeper location.
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