38780 Remove abdomen lymph nodes
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: Abdominal lymph node dissection, Retroperitoneal dissection
Surgical removal of abdominal lymph nodes with comprehensive retroperitoneal dissection.
Clinical Context
Comprehensive retroperitoneal lymph node removal for testicular cancer staging and other abdominal malignancies.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 17.26 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 8.48 |
| Malpractice RVU | 3.57 |
| Total RVU | 29.31 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$978.95
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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