43212 Esophagoscop stent placement
Also known as: endoscopic stent placement, esophageal stent insertion
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) with placement of esophageal stent (tube) for stricture dilation or malignant obstruction.
In Plain Language
camera examination with placement of tube to open esophageal narrowing
Clinical Context
Therapeutic procedure for esophageal strictures or malignant obstruction. Stent maintains esophageal patency for swallowing.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.32 |
| Total RVU | 3.32 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 3.32, this code ranks in the 23rd percentile among Surgery codes — 2.4x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 43212?
CPT 43212 (Esophagoscop stent placement) is a Surgery code. Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) with placement of esophageal stent (tube) for stricture dilation or malignant obstruction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 43212?
The work RVU for CPT 43212 is 3.32. This code is primarily used by Gastroenterology, Surgical Oncology.
When is CPT 43212 used?
Therapeutic procedure for esophageal strictures or malignant obstruction. Stent maintains esophageal patency for swallowing.
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