43510 Surgical opening of stomach
Also known as: surgical gastrostomy, gastric drainage, open gastric access
Surgical opening of the stomach via open approach with creation of temporary or permanent gastric access for decompression or feeding. This provides gastric access.
In Plain Language
surgical opening in stomach; creating feeding access
Clinical Context
Creation of gastric access for feeding, drainage, or decompression when percutaneous endoscopic approach not possible.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 14.76 |
| Total RVU | 14.76 |
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 14.76, this code ranks in the 72nd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.8x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 43510?
CPT 43510 (Surgical opening of stomach) is a Surgery code. Surgical opening of the stomach via open approach with creation of temporary or permanent gastric access for decompression or feeding. This provides gastric access.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 43510?
The work RVU for CPT 43510 is 14.76. This code is primarily used by Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 43510 used?
Creation of gastric access for feeding, drainage, or decompression when percutaneous endoscopic approach not possible.
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