43266 Egd endoscopic stent place
Also known as: EGD stent placement, esophageal stent insertion, endoscopic stenting
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with endoscopic placement of a stent in the esophagus. This therapeutic procedure provides luminal support to maintain patency.
In Plain Language
inserting tube to keep food pipe open; stent placement in esophagus
Clinical Context
Used for esophageal cancer palliation, strictures unresponsive to dilation, or esophageal perforations; temporary solution providing symptom relief.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.82 |
| Total RVU | 3.82 |
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 3.82, this code ranks in the 26th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.1x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 43266?
CPT 43266 (Egd endoscopic stent place) is a Surgery code. Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with endoscopic placement of a stent in the esophagus. This therapeutic procedure provides luminal support to maintain patency.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 43266?
The work RVU for CPT 43266 is 3.82. This code is primarily used by Gastroenterology, Oncology, Surgery.
When is CPT 43266 used?
Used for esophageal cancer palliation, strictures unresponsive to dilation, or esophageal perforations; temporary solution providing symptom relief.
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