11982 Remove drug implant device
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: Drug implant removal, Implant extraction
Removal of a previously implanted subcutaneous drug delivery implant device.
Clinical Context
Removal of drug delivery implants for discontinuation of therapy, side effects, or replacement with newer devices.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.31 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.89 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.23 |
| Total RVU | 3.43 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$114.56
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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