42500 Repair salivary duct
Also known as: duct repair, salivary duct repair
Surgical repair of a salivary gland duct that has been damaged, obstructed, or traumatized, using primary closure or microsurgical techniques.
In Plain Language
repair of salivary duct
Clinical Context
Surgical reconstruction of salivary duct after trauma, sialolith removal, or obstruction to restore salivary flow and gland function.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.31 |
| Total RVU | 4.31 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 4.31, this code ranks in the 29th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.9x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 42500?
CPT 42500 (Repair salivary duct) is a Surgery code. Surgical repair of a salivary gland duct that has been damaged, obstructed, or traumatized, using primary closure or microsurgical techniques.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 42500?
The work RVU for CPT 42500 is 4.31. This code is primarily used by Oral Surgery, Dentistry. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 42500 used?
Surgical reconstruction of salivary duct after trauma, sialolith removal, or obstruction to restore salivary flow and gland function.
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