CPT 23156
Removal of humerus lesion
Last reviewed August 2026 · DataLily AI data team
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CPT 23156 at a glance
- Code
- 23156
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Removal of humerus lesion
- Category
- ASC Surgical
- ASC eligibility
- ASC-eligible (surgical)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
- Medicare ASC rate
- $3,695.53 national · 2026Q2
What is CPT code 23156?
CPT 23156 is a CPT/HCPCS procedure code for removal of humerus lesion. Its official short descriptor is "Removal of humerus lesion". In the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Surgical.
Is CPT 23156 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 23156 can be performed in a certified ambulatory surgery center.
Where is CPT 23156 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
What is the Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 23156?
The national Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 23156 is $3,695.53 (Medicare ASC Payment System, 2026Q2). This is the national, unadjusted Medicare amount; the amount an individual ambulatory surgery center is paid is adjusted for local wage index and may differ. It reflects Medicare's facility payment only and does not include the surgeon's professional fee.
Which specialties use CPT 23156?
CPT 23156 is most associated with General Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery.
Reference information about ASC eligibility and typical procedure setting. Codes, descriptors, and ASC-eligibility status change over time. This is a coding reference, not billing, coding, or legal advice. Always verify against current guidance and individual payer policy before scheduling or billing. CPT is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Read the DataLily AI data methodology.