44130 Bowel to bowel fusion
Also known as: bowel to bowel anastomosis, enteroenterostomy, intestinal anastomosis
Anastomosis of bowel to bowel (enteroenterostomy) via open approach to restore intestinal continuity.
In Plain Language
connecting intestine sections; bowel connection surgery
Clinical Context
Creation of connection between non-contiguous segments of intestine. May be performed independently or as part of resection procedure.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 21.56 |
| Total RVU | 21.56 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 21.56, this code ranks in the 84th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.7x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 44130?
CPT 44130 (Bowel to bowel fusion) is a Surgery code. Anastomosis of bowel to bowel (enteroenterostomy) via open approach to restore intestinal continuity.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 44130?
The work RVU for CPT 44130 is 21.56. This code is primarily used by General Surgery, Colorectal Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 44130 used?
Creation of connection between non-contiguous segments of intestine. May be performed independently or as part of resection procedure.
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