43320 Fuse esophagus & stomach
Also known as: esophagogastrostomy, esophageal bypass, esophageal-gastric anastomosis
Esophagogastrostomy with creation of surgical anastomosis between esophagus and stomach for esophageal obstruction or dysfunction. This bypasses obstructed esophagus.
Clinical Context
Palliation for unresectable esophageal cancer or treatment for severe esophageal dysfunction; provides symptom relief for dysphagia.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 22.73 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 10.35 |
| Malpractice RVU | 6.08 |
| Total RVU | 39.16 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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