38542 Explore deep node(s) neck
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: Deep cervical node dissection, Neck node exploration
Surgical exploration and dissection of deep cervical lymph nodes in the neck with removal for staging or diagnostic purposes.
Clinical Context
Performed for cervical and supraclavicular lymphadenopathy evaluation or lymph node staging in head and neck cancer.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.75 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 4.98 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.33 |
| Total RVU | 14.06 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$469.60
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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