44370 Small bowel endoscopy/stent
Also known as: small bowel endoscopy with stent, enteroscopy stent placement, surgical stent placement
Endoscopy of small bowel performed via enterotomy with placement of endoscopic stent (metal or plastic tube) to relieve stricture or obstruction.
Clinical Context
Used for treatment of small bowel strictures from Crohn's disease, adhesions, or radiation enteritis. Stent allows passage of intestinal contents and may avoid resection.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.57 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.99 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.49 |
| Total RVU | 7.05 |
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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