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21705 Revision of neck muscle/rib

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: neck muscle rib revision, complex neck revision

Revision of neck muscle and rib resection procedure. Surgical reapproach to previously treated neck musculature and rib structures for correction of deformity or functional deficit.

Clinical Context

Used for revision of neck muscle procedures with concurrent rib involvement, such as revision of first rib resection combined with neck muscle revision for thoracic outlet syndrome.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU9.67
Practice Expense RVU2.65
Malpractice RVU2.48
Total RVU14.80

Est. Medicare Payment

$494.32

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

Specialties

Thoracic SurgeryOtolaryngology

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