43215 Esophagoscopy flex remove foreign body
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: EGD foreign body removal, esophageal foreign body extraction
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) with removal of foreign body from esophagus via transoral endoscopic approach.
Clinical Context
Emergency/urgent procedure for foreign body impaction in esophagus. Most foreign bodies removable by flexible endoscopy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.38 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 10.33 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.36 |
| Total RVU | 13.07 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$436.54
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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