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49322 Laparoscopy aspiration

Surgery Global 10d

Also known as: laparoscopic aspiration, lap aspiration, percutaneous aspiration

Laparoscopic aspiration of intra-abdominal or pelvic fluid for diagnostic purposes or therapeutic drainage.

Clinical Context

Laparoscopic aspiration of intra-abdominal fluid collections for diagnosis or therapeutic drainage. Used to evaluate ascites, culture infected fluid, or decompress pathological collections.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU5.86
Practice Expense RVU3.36
Malpractice RVU1.42
Total RVU10.64

Est. Medicare Payment

$355.38

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

Specialties

General SurgeryCritical Care

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