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41017 Drainage of mouth lesion

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: salivary gland excision, glandular tissue removal, sialoadenectomy drainage

Surgical drainage with excision of salivary gland tissue or removal of involved gland.

Clinical Context

Used for infected or diseased salivary glands requiring removal. Common with recurrent sialoadenitis, ductal obstruction, or malignancy of salivary gland.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU4.09
Practice Expense RVU9.70
Malpractice RVU0.55
Total RVU14.34

Est. Medicare Payment

$478.96

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

Specialties

Oral and Maxillofacial SurgeryOtolaryngologyHead and Neck Surgery

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