41008 Drainage of mouth lesion
Also known as: parapharyngeal abscess drainage, lateral pharyngeal drainage, pharyngeal space drainage
Surgical drainage of an abscess involving the parapharyngeal space or lateral pharyngeal region.
Clinical Context
Used for parapharyngeal (lateral pharyngeal) space infections requiring surgical drainage. May result from dental infections, pharyngitis, or tonsillitis with spread.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.37 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 8.55 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.49 |
| Total RVU | 12.41 |
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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