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42160 Treatment mouth roof lesion

Surgery Global 10d

Also known as: palatal lesion treatment

Surgical treatment of a lesion on the roof of the mouth or palate, including removal, cauterization, or other therapeutic intervention.

Clinical Context

Used for benign lesions, ulcers, or small growths on hard or soft palate requiring therapeutic intervention without full excision.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU1.80
Practice Expense RVU4.94
Malpractice RVU0.22
Total RVU6.96

Est. Medicare Payment

$232.46

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

Specialties

Oral SurgeryDentistry

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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.