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44151 Removal of colon/ileostomy

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: TAC with ileostomy, proctocolectomy with ostomy, total ostomy creation

Total colectomy and proctectomy with ileostomy creation for familial adenomatous polyposis or ulcerative colitis.

Clinical Context

Total removal of colon and rectum with creation of ileostomy for FAP, ulcerative colitis, or Crohn colitis.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU34.05
Practice Expense RVU17.03
Malpractice RVU9.13
Total RVU60.21

Est. Medicare Payment

$2,011.01

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Colorectal SurgeryGeneral Surgery

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