44121 Removal of small intestine
Surgery
+Add-on
Also known as: additional SB resection, second segment resection, multiple segmental resections
Add-on code for each additional segment of small intestine resected during the same operative session.
Clinical Context
Used when multiple non-contiguous segments of small bowel are resected in same operation, or when multiple sites within same segment require resection.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.33 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.08 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.07 |
| Total RVU | 6.48 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$216.43
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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