43502 Surgical repair of stomach
Also known as: gastric repair with bypass, gastric reconstruction, gastric repair with anastomosis
Surgical repair of gastric laceration or perforation with creation of gastrojejunal or other anastomosis when primary closure not feasible. This addresses complex gastric defects.
In Plain Language
major surgery to repair stomach and create bypass; gastric reconstruction
Clinical Context
Complex repair for large gastric defects or defects involving the pylorus requiring bypass; higher morbidity than primary closure.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 25.05 |
| Total RVU | 25.05 |
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 25.05, this code ranks in the 89th percentile among Surgery codes — 3.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 43502?
CPT 43502 (Surgical repair of stomach) is a Surgery code. Surgical repair of gastric laceration or perforation with creation of gastrojejunal or other anastomosis when primary closure not feasible. This addresses complex gastric defects.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 43502?
The work RVU for CPT 43502 is 25.05. This code is primarily used by Surgery, Emergency Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 43502 used?
Complex repair for large gastric defects or defects involving the pylorus requiring bypass; higher morbidity than primary closure.
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