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38100 Removal of spleen total

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: Splenectomy, Total spleen removal

Surgical removal of the entire spleen (total splenectomy), typically performed for hematologic malignancy, trauma, or hemolytic anemia.

Clinical Context

Performed for thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura, hereditary spherocytosis, idiopathic thrombocytopenia, spleen rupture, or splenic lymphoma.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU19.06
Practice Expense RVU8.29
Malpractice RVU4.80
Total RVU32.15

Est. Medicare Payment

$1,073.81

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

Specialties

General SurgeryHematologyTrauma 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.