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43194 Esophagoscp rig trnso rem foreign body

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: rigid esophagoscopy foreign body removal, esophageal foreign body extraction

Rigid esophagoscopy (examination of esophagus with rigid scope) via transoral approach with removal of foreign body.

Clinical Context

Therapeutic procedure for foreign body impaction in esophagus. Allows visualization and removal under direct visualization with rigid scope.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU3.42
Practice Expense RVU0.94
Malpractice RVU0.48
Total RVU4.84

Est. Medicare Payment

$161.66

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Thoracic SurgeryEmergency Medicine

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