43229 Esophagoscopy lesion ablate
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: esophageal ablation, radiofrequency ablation
Esophagoscopy (flexible) with ablation (destruction) of esophageal lesion using radiofrequency, cryotherapy, or laser technique.
Clinical Context
Therapeutic procedure for Barrett's esophagus dysplasia, early esophageal cancer, or other esophageal lesions requiring tissue destruction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.40 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 19.60 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.41 |
| Total RVU | 23.41 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$781.89
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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