42550 Injection for salivary x-ray
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: sialography, sialographic imaging
Radiographic procedure involving injection of contrast material into the salivary gland ductal system for sialographic imaging and diagnosis.
Clinical Context
Diagnostic imaging procedure to visualize salivary gland ductal anatomy, identify obstruction, stricture, or ductal dilation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.22 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 3.06 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.12 |
| Total RVU | 4.40 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$146.96
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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