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.
In Plain Language
connecting esophagus to stomach surgically; esophageal bypass
Clinical Context
Palliation for unresectable esophageal cancer or treatment for severe esophageal dysfunction; provides symptom relief for dysphagia.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 22.73 |
| Total RVU | 22.73 |
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 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 22.73, this code ranks in the 86th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.8x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 43320?
CPT 43320 (Fuse esophagus & stomach) is a Surgery code. Esophagogastrostomy with creation of surgical anastomosis between esophagus and stomach for esophageal obstruction or dysfunction. This bypasses obstructed esophagus.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 43320?
The work RVU for CPT 43320 is 22.73. This code is primarily used by Surgery, Surgical Oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 43320 used?
Palliation for unresectable esophageal cancer or treatment for severe esophageal dysfunction; provides symptom relief for dysphagia.
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