43213 Esophagoscopy retro balloon
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: retrograde dilation, retrograde balloon dilation
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) with retrograde insertion of guidewire or balloon dilation through stricture.
Clinical Context
Therapeutic procedure for esophageal stricture with retrograde dilation technique. Used when antegrade approach unsuccessful.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.51 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 32.37 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.67 |
| Total RVU | 37.55 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$1,254.17
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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