CPT 60252Thyroidectomy, total or subtotal for malignancy; with limited neck dissection
ThyroidectomyGlobal Period: 90 days
RVU Values (2026 CMS Fee Schedule)
25.85
Work RVU
23.58
PE RVU
1.72
MP RVU
51.15
Total RVU
Estimated Medicare Payment:
$1733.47
(CF: $33.89)
Global Period: 90 days
Common Modifiers
None typically required
Related ICD-10 Codes
C73
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Related CPT Codes in Thyroidectomy
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