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38115 Repair of ruptured spleen

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: Spleen repair, Splenic repair

Surgical repair of a ruptured spleen, performed to preserve splenic tissue and function after traumatic injury.

Clinical Context

Performed in blunt splenic trauma to preserve the spleen's immunologic function and avoid splenectomy when hemodynamically feasible.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU21.33
Practice Expense RVU8.95
Malpractice RVU5.70
Total RVU35.98

Est. Medicare Payment

$1,201.73

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

Specialties

Trauma SurgeryGeneral Surgery

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