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41112 Excision of tongue lesion

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: extensive tongue excision, tongue tumor excision, hemiglossectomy

Surgical excision of a lesion or tumor of the tongue with more extensive dissection and potential reconstruction.

Clinical Context

Used for larger tongue lesions or tumors requiring wider margins and more extensive dissection. Common with tongue cancer requiring 1-2 cm margins.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU2.76
Practice Expense RVU7.11
Malpractice RVU0.38
Total RVU10.25

Est. Medicare Payment

$342.35

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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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.