44005 Freeing of bowel adhesion
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: adhesiolysis, lysis of adhesions, enterolysis
Freeing of adhesions between bowel loops via open approach without resection of affected intestine.
Clinical Context
Release of fibrous adhesions connecting bowel loops, typically from prior abdominal surgery or inflammation. May be performed to relieve bowel obstruction or pain.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 18.00 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 8.01 |
| Malpractice RVU | 4.54 |
| Total RVU | 30.55 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$1,020.37
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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