44407 Colonoscopy with needle aspiration/biopsy
Also known as: colonoscopy stoma ultrasound biopsy, transcolostomy EUS biopsy
Colonoscopy performed through colostomy stoma with endoscopic ultrasound-guided needle aspiration and biopsy for tissue sampling under ultrasound guidance.
Clinical Context
Used for tissue sampling of submucosal lesions or lymph nodes in colon/rectum of patients with colostomy under ultrasound guidance for accurate needle placement.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.84 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.85 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.53 |
| Total RVU | 7.22 |
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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