43291 Egd flx trnsorl removal balo
Also known as: EGD intragastric balloon removal, gastric balloon extraction, balloon retrieval
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with flexible transoral endoscopic removal of an intragastric balloon. This procedure retrieves the deployed balloon device.
In Plain Language
removing stomach balloon; balloon extraction
Clinical Context
Performed after 6-month therapeutic period or for complications including deflation, migration, or intolerance; typically performed under sedation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.73 |
| Total RVU | 2.73 |
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 2.73, this code ranks in the 19th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.9x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 43291?
CPT 43291 (Egd flx trnsorl removal balo) is a Surgery code. Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with flexible transoral endoscopic removal of an intragastric balloon. This procedure retrieves the deployed balloon device.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 43291?
The work RVU for CPT 43291 is 2.73. This code is primarily used by Gastroenterology, Bariatric Surgery.
When is CPT 43291 used?
Performed after 6-month therapeutic period or for complications including deflation, migration, or intolerance; typically performed under sedation.
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