42507 Parotid duct diversion
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: parotid duct diversion, duct rerouting
Surgical diversion of the parotid duct to an alternative location, typically the oral mucosa, to treat Frey syndrome or chronic parotitis.
Clinical Context
Surgical duct transposition for gustatory sweating (Frey syndrome) or chronic parotitis by diverting saliva flow away from problematic area.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.09 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.24 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.89 |
| Total RVU | 13.22 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$441.55
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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