44363 Small bowel endoscopy
Also known as: small bowel endoscopy for bleeding, enteroscopy hemostasis, intraoperative bleeding control
Endoscopy of small bowel performed via enterotomy for control of hemorrhage including application of hemostatic agents or cauterization.
In Plain Language
camera surgery to stop intestinal bleeding; surgical bleeding control in small intestine
Clinical Context
Used for refractory small bowel bleeding uncontrolled by conservative measures or non-operative endoscopy. Allows direct visualization and treatment with thermal cautery or hemostatic agents.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.31 |
| Total RVU | 3.31 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
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. This code has a 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 3.31, this code ranks in the 23rd percentile among Surgery codes — 2.4x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 44363?
CPT 44363 (Small bowel endoscopy) is a Surgery code. Endoscopy of small bowel performed via enterotomy for control of hemorrhage including application of hemostatic agents or cauterization.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 44363?
The work RVU for CPT 44363 is 3.31. This code is primarily used by Gastroenterology, General Surgery.
When is CPT 44363 used?
Used for refractory small bowel bleeding uncontrolled by conservative measures or non-operative endoscopy. Allows direct visualization and treatment with thermal cautery or hemostatic agents.
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