What is the work RVU for CPT 56420?

The work RVU for CPT 56420 is 3.25 based on the 2026 CMS Physician Fee Schedule.

What modifiers are used with CPT 56420?

Common modifiers for CPT 56420: None typically required

CPT 56420Incision and drainage of Bartholin's gland abscess

AbscessGlobal Period: 10 days

RVU Values (2026 CMS Fee Schedule)

3.25

Work RVU

1.63

PE RVU

0.42

MP RVU

5.3

Total RVU

Estimated Medicare Payment: $179.62 (CF: $33.89)

Global Period: 10 days

Common Modifiers

None typically required

Related ICD-10 Codes

N75.1

Billing Tips

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Related CPT Codes in Abscess

CPT 10060 — Incision and drainage of abscess; simple or single CPT 46050 — Incision and drainage, perirectal or perianal abscess; super CPT 10061 — Incision and drainage of abscess; complicated or multiple CPT 49060 — Drainage of retroperitoneal abscess, open CPT 46060 — Incision and drainage, perirectal or perianal abscess; deep CPT 10080 — Incision and drainage of pilonidal cyst; simple

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