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21356 Opn treatment dprsd zygomatic arch

Surgery Global 10d

Also known as: zygomatic arch elevation, arch reduction

Open treatment of depressed zygomatic arch fracture involving surgical elevation and reduction of the depressed fracture.

Clinical Context

Used for depressed zygomatic arch fractures causing facial deformity or masticatory dysfunction.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU4.71
Practice Expense RVU12.17
Malpractice RVU0.88
Total RVU17.76

Est. Medicare Payment

$593.18

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

Specialties

Maxillofacial SurgeryOtolaryngology

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