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91124 Rct snsatn tone & cmplianc std

Medicine

Also known as: rectal sensation testing, rectal compliance study, anorectal manometry

Rectosigmoid sensation, tone, and compliance study evaluating rectal sensory perception, muscle tone, and elasticity.

In Plain Language

test of rectal sensation and muscle; measurement of rectal feeling and flexibility

Clinical Context

Diagnostic test to evaluate rectal sensory thresholds, baseline muscle tone, and wall compliance. Used in fecal incontinence, constipation, and irritable bowel syndrome.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU3.05
Total RVU3.05

Est. Medicare Payment

$101.87

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

Billing & Documentation

Medicine section codes cover a wide range of non-surgical services. Documentation should include the clinical indication, procedure details, interpretation (if applicable), and any patient-specific findings.

How This Code Compares

With a work RVU of 3.05, this code ranks in the 87th percentile among Medicine codes — 3.9x the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.

Specialties

GastroenterologyColorectal SurgeryInternal Medicine

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 91124?

CPT 91124 (Rct snsatn tone & cmplianc std) is a Medicine code. Rectosigmoid sensation, tone, and compliance study evaluating rectal sensory perception, muscle tone, and elasticity.

Who uses CPT code 91124?

CPT 91124 is used by Gastroenterology, Colorectal Surgery, Internal Medicine. Diagnostic test to evaluate rectal sensory thresholds, baseline muscle tone, and wall compliance. Used in fecal incontinence, constipation, and irritable bowel syndrome.

When is CPT 91124 used?

Diagnostic test to evaluate rectal sensory thresholds, baseline muscle tone, and wall compliance. Used in fecal incontinence, constipation, and irritable bowel syndrome.

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