42320 Drainage of salivary gland
Surgery
Global 10d
Also known as: salivary gland drainage
Surgical incision and drainage of a salivary gland obstruction involving deeper structures or requiring more extensive surgical access.
Clinical Context
Complex drainage of salivary gland infection or obstruction involving deeper parotid or submandibular structures.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.34 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 5.14 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.35 |
| Total RVU | 7.83 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$261.52
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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