42420 Excise parotid gland/lesion
Also known as: complete parotidectomy, parotid removal
Surgical excision of the parotid gland with complex dissection, including removal of tumors with extension into deep lobe or requiring facial nerve reconstruction.
Clinical Context
Complete parotidectomy for malignant tumors, extensive disease, or deep lobe involvement requiring extensive dissection and facial nerve management.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 19.04 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 8.84 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.83 |
| Total RVU | 30.71 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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