10140 incision and drainage hmtma seroma/fluid collj
Surgery
Global 10d
Also known as: Hematoma drainage, Seroma drainage, Fluid collection drainage
Incision and drainage of hematoma, seroma, or other fluid collection. Surgical drainage of blood or serous fluid accumulation in tissues.
Clinical Context
Common procedure for post-operative or traumatic fluid collections causing pain, mass effect, or infection risk.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.54 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 3.47 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.21 |
| Total RVU | 5.22 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$174.35
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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