49505 Prp i/hern initial reduc >5 yr
Also known as: inguinal hernia repair adult, hernia repair older child, groin hernia repair, inguinal hernia repair initial, open inguinal hernia repair
Repair of inguinal hernia in patient age greater than five years with primary closure.
Clinical Context
Surgical repair of inguinal hernia in patients over five years old. Standard treatment for symptomatic hernias or prevention of incarceration.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.76 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 5.40 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.05 |
| Total RVU | 15.21 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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