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17250 Chem caut of granltj tissue

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: chem cautery, chemical cautery

Chemical cautery or cauterization of granulation tissue using chemical agents such as silver nitrate or phenol.

Clinical Context

Performed to control granulation tissue overgrowth or bleeding from granulation beds. Often used as office procedure for wound management.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.49
Practice Expense RVU2.14
Malpractice RVU0.07
Total RVU2.70

Est. Medicare Payment

$90.18

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

Specialties

Wound CareGeneral SurgeryDermatology

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