41140 Removal of tongue
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: total glossectomy, whole tongue removal, complete tongue resection
Surgical removal of the entire tongue (total glossectomy) with or without neck dissection.
Clinical Context
Used for extensive tongue cancer involving most of the tongue or T4 lesions. Requires reconstruction and has significant functional implications.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 28.42 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 25.14 |
| Malpractice RVU | 4.14 |
| Total RVU | 57.70 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$1,927.18
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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