44025 Incision of large bowel
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: colotomy, colon incision, large bowel incision
Incision of large intestine (colon) for exploration, decompression, or other therapeutic intervention via open approach.
Clinical Context
Surgical opening of colon for management of obstruction, volvulus, foreign body removal, or decompression. May be combined with other colonic procedures.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 16.10 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 7.50 |
| Malpractice RVU | 3.93 |
| Total RVU | 27.53 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$919.50
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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