10160 Puncture aspiration absc hmtma bulla
Also known as: Needle aspiration, Percutaneous aspiration, Bulla aspiration, aspiration of abscess, needle drainage
Puncture aspiration of abscess, hematoma, or bulla. Percutaneous needle drainage of localized fluid collection without incision.
Clinical Context
Minimally invasive procedure for symptomatic fluid collections, particularly useful for bullae in pulmonary disease or superficial collections.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.22 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 2.56 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.16 |
| Total RVU | 3.94 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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