40819 Excise lip or cheek fold
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: lip fold excision, buccal fold excision
Excision of lip or cheek fold. Removal of redundant tissue creating folds or restricting function.
Clinical Context
Used for redundant tissue causing functional impairment (denture retention, eating) or cosmetic concerns.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.45 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 5.57 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.27 |
| Total RVU | 8.29 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$276.89
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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