41130 Partial removal of tongue
Also known as: extensive partial glossectomy, hemiglossectomy extensive, tongue partial removal complex
Partial surgical removal of the tongue with more extensive dissection extending to deeper structures or wider margins.
Clinical Context
Used for larger tongue cancers or those requiring wider margins and deeper dissection. Common with advanced T3 cancers requiring wide local excision.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 15.35 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 17.84 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.28 |
| Total RVU | 35.47 |
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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