60271 Removal of thyroid
Also known as: thyroid lobectomy, hemithyroidectomy, unilateral thyroidectomy
Surgical removal of one lobe of the thyroid gland with or without removal of the isthmus, preserving the contralateral lobe for thyroid function.
Clinical Context
Performed for solitary nodules, unilateral papillary cancer, Graves' disease, and benign thyroid disease affecting one lobe. Less likely to require thyroid hormone replacement than total thyroidectomy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 17.18 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 7.69 |
| Malpractice RVU | 3.47 |
| Total RVU | 28.34 |
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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