41009 Drainage of mouth lesion
Also known as: retropharyngeal abscess drainage, danger space drainage, deep neck space drainage
Surgical drainage of an abscess involving the retropharyngeal or danger space of the neck.
Clinical Context
Used for retropharyngeal or danger space (Space 4) infections requiring emergency surgical drainage. Serious infection with potential for airway compromise and mediastinitis.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.62 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 8.86 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.48 |
| Total RVU | 12.96 |
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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