42426 Excise parotid gland/lesion
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: parotidectomy with reconstruction
Surgical excision of the parotid gland with extensive resection including reconstruction of facial nerve or other structures with grafting procedures.
Clinical Context
Complex parotidectomy for extensive malignancy or recurrent disease with facial nerve reconstruction or composite resection.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 22.09 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 9.34 |
| Malpractice RVU | 3.48 |
| Total RVU | 34.91 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$1,165.99
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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