42509 Parotid duct diversion
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: parotid duct diversion, complex duct rerouting
Surgical diversion of the parotid duct with more complex reconstruction or rerouting to an alternative site with additional procedures.
Clinical Context
Complex parotid duct diversion with flap creation, extensive oral reconstruction, or management of Frey syndrome with significant tissue involvement.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 11.47 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 8.38 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.67 |
| Total RVU | 21.52 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$718.77
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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