44300 Open bowel to skin
Also known as: open ileostomy, open enterostomy, open bowel fistula
Open creation of ileostomy or other bowel-to-skin fistula to create stoma for diversion of intestinal contents, performed via open surgical approach.
Clinical Context
Used for bowel diversion when laparoscopic approach is not feasible or for emergency situations. Common indications include familial adenomatous polyposis, ulcerative colitis, trauma, or malignancy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 13.41 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 7.04 |
| Malpractice RVU | 3.39 |
| Total RVU | 23.84 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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