42808 Excise pharynx lesion
Surgery
Global 10d
Also known as: pharyngeal lesion excision, throat lesion removal
Excision (removal) of a lesion of the pharynx (throat) tissue using transoral approach.
Clinical Context
Performed for benign or malignant pharyngeal lesions including polyps, cysts, or tumors. Allows definitive treatment while obtaining tissue for histopathology.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.29 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 4.38 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.35 |
| Total RVU | 7.02 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$234.47
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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