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44156 Removal of colon/ileostomy

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: TAC with IPAA Crohn, J-pouch for Crohn, restorative proctocolectomy Crohn

Total colectomy and proctectomy with ileal pouch-anal anastomosis (J-pouch) for Crohn disease.

Clinical Context

Total colectomy and proctectomy with ileoanal pouch for Crohn disease, though higher recurrence rate than with ulcerative colitis.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU36.48
Practice Expense RVU18.03
Malpractice RVU9.79
Total RVU64.30

Est. Medicare Payment

$2,147.62

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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