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40805 Removal foreign body mouth

Surgery Global 10d

Also known as: foreign body removal, complex FB extraction

Removal of foreign body from the mouth, likely more complex or challenging removal than 40804.

Clinical Context

Similar to 40804 but may involve deeper penetration, multiple objects, or difficult extraction requiring more extensive manipulation.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU2.72
Practice Expense RVU5.71
Malpractice RVU0.30
Total RVU8.73

Est. Medicare Payment

$291.58

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Oral SurgeryGeneral SurgeryEmergency Medicine

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