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42145 Repair palate pharynx/uvula

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: palate repair, pharyngeal repair, palatoplasty

Surgical repair and reconstruction of defects or damage to the soft palate, pharynx, and uvula using primary closure or tissue rearrangement techniques.

Clinical Context

Performed for palatal insufficiency, pharyngeal fistula, traumatic defects, or post-operative reconstruction after tumor resection.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU9.54
Practice Expense RVU7.29
Malpractice RVU1.39
Total RVU18.22

Est. Medicare Payment

$608.55

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

Specialties

Oral SurgeryOtolaryngology

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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.