38747 Remove abdominal lymph nodes
Surgery
Also known as: Abdominal lymph node dissection
Surgical removal of abdominal lymph nodes including aortic, caval, and other retroperitoneal nodes.
Clinical Context
Performed in staging and treatment of testicular, gastric, colorectal, and other abdominal malignancies.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.76 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.22 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.19 |
| Total RVU | 7.17 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$239.48
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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