44021 Decompress small bowel
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: small bowel decompression, bowel decompression, obstruction relief
Decompression of small bowel via open approach, including nasogastric tube placement or operative decompression.
Clinical Context
Operative decompression of distended small bowel in setting of obstruction, volvulus, or intussusception. Includes evacuation of intestinal contents.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 15.90 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 7.35 |
| Malpractice RVU | 3.96 |
| Total RVU | 27.21 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$908.81
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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