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27619 excision leg/ankle tumor deep <5 centimeters

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: deep lesion excision, soft tissue excision deep <5 cm

Excision of deep soft tissue lesion or tumor less than 5 centimeters in the lower leg or ankle, requiring deeper tissue plane dissection.

Clinical Context

Performed for deeper-seated lesions in muscle, fascia, or within compartments. Requires more extensive dissection than superficial excision.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU6.74
Practice Expense RVU5.19
Malpractice RVU1.13
Total RVU13.06

Est. Medicare Payment

$436.20

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

Specialties

Orthopedic 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.