43880 Closure gastrocolic fistula
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: gastrocolic fistula repair, fistula closure, gastrocolic communication closure
Closure of gastrocolic fistula via open surgical approach.
Clinical Context
Closure of abnormal communication between stomach and colon, typically resulting from penetrating ulcer disease or prior gastric surgery. Involves closure of gastric and colonic defects.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 26.50 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 11.22 |
| Malpractice RVU | 7.09 |
| Total RVU | 44.81 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$1,496.65
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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