46916 Cryosurgery anal lesion(s)
Surgery
Global 10d
Also known as: cryotherapy, cryogenic ablation, freezing treatment
Destruction of anal lesions using cryosurgery (freezing). Liquid nitrogen or other cryogens ablate anal pathology.
Clinical Context
Used for external anal lesions including warts, condylomas, and small polyps. Minimal post-operative pain.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.86 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 5.55 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.20 |
| Total RVU | 7.61 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$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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