49321 Laparoscopy biopsy
Surgery
Global 10d
Also known as: laparoscopic biopsy, lap biopsy, minimally invasive biopsy
Laparoscopic biopsy of abdominal or pelvic organs with tissue collection for pathological examination.
Clinical Context
Laparoscopic tissue sampling of suspicious abdominal or pelvic lesions. Used when diagnosis cannot be established by imaging alone or to confirm malignancy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.30 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 3.30 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.26 |
| Total RVU | 9.86 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$329.32
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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