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26992 Drainage of bone lesion

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: bone abscess drainage, osteomyelitis debridement, hip bone drainage

Surgical drainage and debridement of bone abscess or osteomyelitis in the hip or pelvic region with removal of infected bone tissue.

Clinical Context

Used for hip or pelvic bone infection with abscess formation requiring incision, drainage, and debridement to remove infected material.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU13.14
Practice Expense RVU12.28
Malpractice RVU2.87
Total RVU28.29

Est. Medicare Payment

$944.89

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

Specialties

Orthopedic SurgeryInfectious Disease

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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.