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49600 Repair umbilical lesion

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: umbilical hernia repair, belly button hernia repair, navel repair

Repair of small umbilical hernia with simple primary closure.

Clinical Context

Surgical repair of umbilical hernia with simple closure. Most umbilical hernias in children close spontaneously; surgery indicated for large defects or complications.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU11.26
Practice Expense RVU6.80
Malpractice RVU3.01
Total RVU21.07

Est. Medicare Payment

$703.74

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

Specialties

General SurgeryPediatric Surgery

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