43101 Excision of esophagus lesion
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: esophageal cancer excision, malignant esophageal lesion removal
Excision (removal) of a malignant lesion of the esophagus with partial esophageal wall resection.
Clinical Context
Performed for esophageal malignancy including squamous cell carcinoma or adenocarcinoma. May include lymphadenectomy and requires careful anastomosis.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 16.64 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 8.17 |
| Malpractice RVU | 4.19 |
| Total RVU | 29.00 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$968.60
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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