11983 Remove/insert drug implant
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: Implant replacement, Implant exchange
Removal and reinsertion or replacement of a subcutaneous drug delivery implant device in a single procedure.
Clinical Context
Used for replacement of expired or malfunctioning drug delivery implants with new devices in a single procedure.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.86 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 2.13 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.34 |
| Total RVU | 4.33 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$144.62
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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