39220 Resection mediastinal tumor
Also known as: mediastinal tumor resection, tumor excision
Surgical resection of a mediastinal tumor, which is a solid neoplasm in the central chest cavity. The tumor is removed along with surrounding tissue as indicated.
Clinical Context
Used for primary mediastinal malignancies (lymphoma, thymoma, germ cell tumors) or metastatic disease. May be combined with chemotherapy or radiation. Often requires extensive dissection.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 19.06 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 8.47 |
| Malpractice RVU | 4.44 |
| Total RVU | 31.97 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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