44310 Ileostomy/jejunostomy
Also known as: open ileostomy, open jejunostomy, small bowel ostomy
Open creation of ileostomy or jejunostomy (bowel-to-skin opening) via open surgical approach for diversion of small bowel contents to abdominal wall stoma.
Clinical Context
Used for permanent or temporary bowel diversion in patients with inflammatory bowel disease, familial adenomatous polyposis, trauma, or malignancy when laparoscopic approach is not suitable.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 17.15 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 7.97 |
| Malpractice RVU | 3.85 |
| Total RVU | 28.97 |
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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