43204 Esophageal scope with sclerosis injection
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: esophageal sclerotherapy, variceal sclerotherapy
Flexible esophagoscopy (examination of esophagus with flexible scope) via transoral approach with sclerosis injection for hemostasis or varices.
Clinical Context
Therapeutic procedure for esophageal varices or bleeding lesions. Sclerosing agent induces thrombosis and hemostasis.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.27 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.09 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.25 |
| Total RVU | 3.61 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$120.57
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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