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42415 Excise parotid gland/lesion

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: parotidectomy, partial parotid removal

Surgical excision of the parotid gland with more complex dissection involving facial nerve preservation and partial gland resection.

Clinical Context

Partial parotidectomy for benign tumors with careful facial nerve identification and preservation of gland function when possible.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU16.73
Practice Expense RVU8.31
Malpractice RVU2.51
Total RVU27.55

Est. Medicare Payment

$920.17

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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