43352 Surgical opening esophagus
Also known as: diverting esophagostomy, protective esophagostomy, esophageal diversion
Esophagostomy with intramural diversion of esophageal content for bypass or protective purposes such as in severe caustic injury. This diverts esophageal secretions.
Clinical Context
Performed for severe caustic esophageal injury or esophageal cancer; diverts saliva to prevent aspiration and allows esophageal healing.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 17.36 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 9.24 |
| Malpractice RVU | 4.36 |
| Total RVU | 30.96 |
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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