44401 Colonoscopy with ablation
Also known as: colonoscopy stoma ablation, transcolostomy ablation therapy
Colonoscopy performed through colostomy stoma with ablation therapy for thermal destruction or coagulation of vascular malformations or bleeding lesions.
Clinical Context
Used for treatment of angiodysplasia or vascular malformations in colon/rectum of patients with colostomy. Allows hemostasis without polypectomy or resection.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.23 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 72.58 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.47 |
| Total RVU | 77.28 |
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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