41120 Partial removal of tongue
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: partial glossectomy, hemiglossectomy, tongue partial removal
Partial surgical removal of the tongue (partial glossectomy) including necessary margins for malignancy.
Clinical Context
Used for tongue cancers requiring removal of a significant portion of the tongue. Common with T2-T3 squamous cell carcinoma with adequate margins.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 10.86 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 16.80 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.61 |
| Total RVU | 29.27 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$977.62
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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