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49402 Remove foreign body adbomen

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: foreign body removal, retained foreign object excision, abdominal FO removal

Removal of foreign body from peritoneal cavity via open approach or percutaneous extraction.

Clinical Context

Open or percutaneous removal of foreign bodies from peritoneal cavity. Common indications include retained surgical sponges, needles, or swallowed foreign objects.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU13.74
Practice Expense RVU6.88
Malpractice RVU3.32
Total RVU23.94

Est. Medicare Payment

$799.60

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

Specialties

General SurgeryEmergency Medicine

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