43198 Esophagosc flex trnsn biopsy
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: flexible esophagoscopy with biopsy, esophageal biopsy
Flexible esophagoscopy (examination of esophagus with flexible scope) via transoral approach with transmucosal tissue biopsy.
Clinical Context
Diagnostic procedure for esophageal lesion evaluation with tissue diagnosis. Most common approach for histologic analysis.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.77 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 4.51 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.25 |
| Total RVU | 6.53 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$218.10
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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