49650 Laparoscopic ing hernia repair initial
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: laparoscopic hernia repair, minimally invasive hernia repair, lap hernia repair, lap inguinal hernia repair, TAPP or TEP hernia repair
Laparoscopic repair of initial inguinal hernia with mesh reinforcement.
Clinical Context
Laparoscopic repair of primary inguinal hernia. Provides faster recovery than open repair with comparable recurrence rates.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.20 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 4.87 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.63 |
| Total RVU | 12.70 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$424.18
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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