Excision of Salivary Gland (D7981) — National Rates

Negotiated reimbursement rates for D7981 across 3 states, sourced from CMS Transparency in Coverage data. 87 rate records.

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National Average Negotiated Rate
$418
87 rate records · 3 states
📊 Data updated monthly · Last refresh: March 2026

About D7981 — Excision of Salivary Gland

D7981 is the code for the excision of a salivary gland, typically indicated in cases of chronic infection, obstruction, or neoplasms. This procedure may involve the removal of either a major or minor salivary gland and is often accompanied by significant clinical findings that necessitate surgical intervention. Proper documentation is crucial and should include the patient's history, clinical examination results, imaging studies, and a detailed description of the surgical procedure performed. Reimbursement for D7981 can vary by payor and state, with average reimbursement around $418. Some payors may require pre-authorization or additional documentation to support the medical necessity of the procedure.

Reimbursement rates for D7981 vary significantly by state, payor, and provider network. The national average negotiated rate is $418. Data sourced from CMS Transparency in Coverage machine-readable files, updated monthly.

Top Paying States for D7981

Massachusetts
$758
1 records
South Carolina
$429
69 records
New York
$377
2 records

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Full National Breakdown

Median
$456
Low
$100
High
$758

Highest & Lowest Reimbursement States

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StateAvg Rate
Massachusetts$758
South Carolina$429
New York$377

↓ Bottom 5

StateAvg Rate
Massachusetts$758
South Carolina$429
New York$377

All States — D7981 Average Rates

Massachusetts
$758
South Carolina
$429
New York
$377
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State-by-State Comparison Table

StateAverageMedianMinMaxRecords
Massachusetts$758$758$758$7581
South Carolina$429$456$198$71069
New York$377$377$377$3772
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