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20500 Njx sinus tract therapeutic

Surgery Global 10d

Also known as: sinus tract injection therapeutic, fistula injection

Injection of therapeutic agent (medication or contrast) into a sinus tract or fistula for treatment purposes. This procedure delivers medication directly to abnormal tract.

Clinical Context

Used for treatment of chronic sinus tracts or fistulas with therapeutic agents, promoting healing and closure of abnormal tract.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU1.25
Practice Expense RVU2.45
Malpractice RVU0.15
Total RVU3.85

Est. Medicare Payment

$128.59

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

Specialties

General SurgeryColorectal Surgery

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.