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38222 Diagnosis bone marrow biopsy & aspiration

Surgery

Also known as: Bone marrow biopsy and aspiration, BMA/BMB

Diagnostic bone marrow biopsy and aspiration performed together, obtaining both tissue core and aspirate samples for comprehensive evaluation.

Clinical Context

Comprehensive bone marrow evaluation combining advantages of both aspiration (cytology) and biopsy (histology) for diagnosis.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU1.40
Practice Expense RVU3.77
Malpractice RVU0.13
Total RVU5.30

Est. Medicare Payment

$177.02

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

Specialties

Hematology/OncologyInternal MedicinePathology

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