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42280 Preparation palate mold

Surgery Global 10d

Also known as: palate mold prep, prosthetic preparation

Preparation of a custom palatal prosthesis mold or denture base for orthodontic or prosthodontic purposes.

Clinical Context

Prosthodontic procedure to create custom denture bases, orthodontic appliances, or prosthetic devices for palatal defects or cleft palate.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU1.55
Practice Expense RVU3.77
Malpractice RVU0.22
Total RVU5.54

Est. Medicare Payment

$185.04

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

Specialties

ProsthodonticsDentistry

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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.