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49651 Laparoscopic ing hernia repair recur

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: laparoscopic recurrent hernia repair, minimally invasive hernia rerepair, lap hernia rerepair

Laparoscopic repair of recurrent inguinal hernia with mesh reinforcement.

Clinical Context

Laparoscopic repair of recurrent inguinal hernia. Good option when open repair failed or to avoid scar tissue.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU8.17
Practice Expense RVU6.15
Malpractice RVU2.15
Total RVU16.47

Est. Medicare Payment

$550.10

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

Specialties

General Surgery

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