42400 Biopsy of salivary gland
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: salivary gland biopsy, FNA biopsy
Surgical procedure to obtain a tissue sample through needle or open biopsy from a salivary gland for histopathologic diagnosis.
Clinical Context
Diagnostic procedure for suspected malignancy, chronic infection, or inflammatory salivary gland disease requiring tissue diagnosis.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.76 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.99 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.08 |
| Total RVU | 2.83 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$94.52
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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