38570 Laparoscopy lymph node biop
Surgery
Global 10d
Also known as: Laparoscopic lymph node biopsy
Laparoscopic biopsy or sampling of lymph nodes via minimally invasive approach.
Clinical Context
Used for staging of gastrointestinal and other intra-abdominal malignancies when tissue diagnosis is needed.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.28 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 4.38 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.73 |
| Total RVU | 14.39 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$480.63
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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