44135 Intestine transplnt cadaver
Also known as: intestine transplant cadaver, small bowel transplant, donor intestine placement
Transplantation of cadaver donor small intestine allograft into recipient for short bowel syndrome.
In Plain Language
donor intestine placement; transplanted bowel surgery
Clinical Context
Surgical placement of cadaver donor small intestine into recipient with short bowel syndrome or intestinal failure. Includes vascular anastomoses and ileostomy creation.
RVU Information
CPT 44135 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
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. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Surgery category, 3% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 44135?
CPT 44135 (Intestine transplnt cadaver) is a Surgery code. Transplantation of cadaver donor small intestine allograft into recipient for short bowel syndrome.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 44135?
The work RVU for CPT 44135 is 0.00. This code is primarily used by Transplant Surgery, General Surgery.
When is CPT 44135 used?
Surgical placement of cadaver donor small intestine into recipient with short bowel syndrome or intestinal failure. Includes vascular anastomoses and ileostomy creation.
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