43030 Cricopharyngeal myotomy
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: cricopharyngeal myotomy, CP myotomy
Cricopharyngeal myotomy (division of the cricopharyngeal muscle) to relieve pharyngeal obstruction or improve swallowing.
Clinical Context
Performed for cricopharyngeal achalasia, dysphagia lusoria, or Zenker's diverticulum. Improves pharyngeal-esophageal transition and swallowing.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.79 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 4.96 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.22 |
| Total RVU | 13.97 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$466.60
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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