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88381 Microdissection manual

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: microdissection manual, hand microdissection

Manual microdissection technique using microinstruments to isolate specific cells or tissue regions for molecular analysis.

Clinical Context

Manual isolation of specific cell populations or tissue regions using microtools for molecular testing or specialized diagnostic analysis.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.52
Practice Expense RVU5.05
Malpractice RVU0.05
Total RVU5.62

Est. Medicare Payment

$187.71

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

Specialties

PathologyMolecular Pathology

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