49320 Diagnostic laparoscopic separate procedure
Surgery
Global 10d
Also known as: diagnostic laparoscopy, diag lap, exploratory laparoscopy
Diagnostic laparoscopy (separate procedure) to visualize and assess abdominal and pelvic organs.
Clinical Context
Minimally invasive visualization of abdominal and pelvic structures via camera. Used to evaluate acute abdomen, assess for metastatic disease, or guide therapeutic interventions.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.01 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 3.23 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.23 |
| Total RVU | 9.47 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$316.30
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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