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36680 Insert needle bone cavity

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: bone marrow aspiration, bone marrow biopsy, BMA, BMB

Insertion of needle into bone for bone marrow biopsy, aspiration, or sampling; each site.

Clinical Context

Used for evaluation of hematologic disorders, malignancies, infections, and other systemic conditions. Common sites include iliac crest and sternum.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU1.17
Practice Expense RVU0.33
Malpractice RVU0.23
Total RVU1.73

Est. Medicare Payment

$57.78

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

Specialties

Hematology/OncologyPathologyInternal Medicine

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