38740 Remove armpit lymph nodes
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: Axillary lymph node dissection, ALND
Surgical removal of axillary (armpit) lymph nodes for staging or treatment of malignancy.
Clinical Context
Performed in breast cancer and melanoma of upper extremity for nodal staging and treatment.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 10.43 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 7.06 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.68 |
| Total RVU | 20.17 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$673.68
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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