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42410 Excise parotid gland/lesion

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: parotidectomy, parotid gland removal

Surgical excision of the parotid gland and removal of associated lesions or tumors. May be partial or complete depending on pathology extent.

Clinical Context

Surgical treatment of parotid tumors (benign or malignant), chronic infections, or obstruction requiring gland removal and facial nerve preservation.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU9.33
Practice Expense RVU5.90
Malpractice RVU1.45
Total RVU16.68

Est. Medicare Payment

$557.11

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

Specialties

Oral SurgeryHead and Neck Surgery

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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.