25248 Remove forearm foreign body
Also known as: foreign body removal, FB extraction
Removal of a foreign body (embedded object) from the forearm using surgical exploration and dissection.
In Plain Language
removing splinter or object from forearm
Clinical Context
Indicated for retained metal fragments, glass, wood, or other foreign bodies causing infection or functional impairment.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.18 |
| Total RVU | 5.18 |
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 5.18, this code ranks in the 35th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.5x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 25248?
CPT 25248 (Remove forearm foreign body) is a Surgery code. Removal of a foreign body (embedded object) from the forearm using surgical exploration and dissection.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 25248?
The work RVU for CPT 25248 is 5.18. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Hand Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 25248 used?
Indicated for retained metal fragments, glass, wood, or other foreign bodies causing infection or functional impairment.
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