42720 incision and drainage absc phrngl ntraorl appr
Surgery
Global 10d
Also known as: pharyngeal abscess drainage, abscess drainage
Surgical incision and drainage of a pharyngeal abscess using an intraoral approach through the mouth.
Clinical Context
Intraoral drainage of retropharyngeal, lateral pharyngeal, or parapharyngeal abscess causing pharyngitis or airway symptoms.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.15 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.31 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.91 |
| Total RVU | 13.37 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$446.56
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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