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43238 Egd ultrasound fine needle biopsy/aspiration

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: EUS-guided FNA, EUS fine needle biopsy

Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) with endoscopic ultrasound and fine needle aspiration/biopsy of deep esophageal or perigastric tissue.

Clinical Context

Diagnostic procedure for tissue sampling under ultrasound guidance. Allows precise sampling of deep lesions and lymph nodes.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU4.06
Practice Expense RVU1.62
Malpractice RVU0.44
Total RVU6.12

Est. Medicare Payment

$204.41

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

GastroenterologySurgical Oncology

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