40800 Drainage of mouth lesion
Surgery
Global 10d
Also known as: oral abscess drainage, mucocele drainage
Drainage of abscess or cyst-like lesion in the mouth including mucocele or other oral cavity lesions. Incision and drainage procedure.
Clinical Context
Used for oral abscesses, mucoceles, or other cystic lesions causing symptoms. May be simple drainage without need for complete excision.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.20 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 4.92 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.16 |
| Total RVU | 6.28 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$209.75
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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