27634 excision leg/ankle tumor dep 5 centimeters/>
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: large deep lesion excision, soft tissue excision deep >5 cm
Excision of deep soft tissue tumor or lesion 5 centimeters or larger in the lower leg or ankle with fascial plane dissection.
Clinical Context
Performed for larger deep neoplasms, sarcomas, or complex lesions requiring extensive dissection. Higher work RVU reflects greater complexity.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.88 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.86 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.92 |
| Total RVU | 18.66 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$623.24
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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