21556 excision neck tumor deep < 5 centimeters
Also known as: deep neck lesion small excision, small deep neck tumor removal
Excision of deep lesion or tumor of neck, less than 5 centimeters. Surgical removal of deep neck lesion extending into muscle or deeper structures, with lesion under 5 centimeters in maximum dimension.
Clinical Context
Used for deep neck pathology of moderate size under 5 centimeters requiring removal through deeper tissue planes. Less extensive than larger deep lesions but still requiring careful dissection to avoid neurovascular structures.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.47 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 5.76 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.48 |
| Total RVU | 14.71 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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