26200 Remove hand bone lesion
Also known as: hand bone lesion removal, bone cyst excision
Removal (excision) of hand bone lesion (osteochondroma, cyst, or other benign lesion).
In Plain Language
removal of bone disease from hand; benign bone tumor removal
Clinical Context
Used for excision of benign bone lesions of the hand (osteochondroma, enchondroma, bone cyst, etc.).
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.51 |
| Total RVU | 5.51 |
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 5.51, this code ranks in the 37th 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 26200?
CPT 26200 (Remove hand bone lesion) is a Surgery code. Removal (excision) of hand bone lesion (osteochondroma, cyst, or other benign lesion).
What is the wRVU value for CPT 26200?
The work RVU for CPT 26200 is 5.51. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Hand Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 26200 used?
Used for excision of benign bone lesions of the hand (osteochondroma, enchondroma, bone cyst, etc.).
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