42450 Excise sublingual gland
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: sublingual gland removal, sublingual gland excision
Surgical excision and removal of the sublingual salivary gland, located beneath the tongue.
Clinical Context
Surgical removal of sublingual gland for cyst, tumor, or obstruction causing oral pathology or functional impairment.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.62 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 8.85 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.66 |
| Total RVU | 14.13 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$471.94
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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