43314 Tracheo-esophagoplasty cong
Also known as: tracheoesophageal fistula repair, TEF repair, tracheal separation
Tracheoesophagoplasty for repair of congenital tracheoesophageal fistula with esophageal lengthening if necessary. This procedure separates the trachea and esophagus.
In Plain Language
separating food pipe from windpipe; tracheoesophageal fistula repair
Clinical Context
Surgical treatment for congenital tracheoesophageal fistula; primary repair performed in early infancy with good outcomes.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 52.09 |
| Total RVU | 52.09 |
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 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 52.09, this code ranks in the 99th percentile among Surgery codes — 6.5x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 43314?
CPT 43314 (Tracheo-esophagoplasty cong) is a Surgery code. Tracheoesophagoplasty for repair of congenital tracheoesophageal fistula with esophageal lengthening if necessary. This procedure separates the trachea and esophagus.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 43314?
The work RVU for CPT 43314 is 52.09. This code is primarily used by Pediatric Surgery, Thoracic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 43314 used?
Surgical treatment for congenital tracheoesophageal fistula; primary repair performed in early infancy with good outcomes.
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