38531 Open biopsy/excision inguinofem nodes
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: Open inguinofemoral biopsy/excision
Open surgical biopsy or excision of inguinofemoral lymph nodes, performed for diagnostic evaluation or limited therapeutic removal.
Clinical Context
Diagnostic or limited therapeutic procedure for inguinal lymphadenopathy of uncertain etiology.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.57 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 4.75 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.63 |
| Total RVU | 12.95 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$432.53
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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