42955 Surgical opening of throat
Also known as: pharyngotomy, laryngofissure, throat opening
Laryngofissure, pharyngotomy, or creation of surgical opening into the pharynx (throat) for therapeutic access or reconstruction.
Clinical Context
Performed to access deep pharyngeal pathology, remove obstructing lesions, or establish access for reconstruction. Used for laryngeal stenosis, vocal cord paralysis, or pharyngeal lesions.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.81 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 11.91 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.14 |
| Total RVU | 20.86 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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