44602 Suture small intestine
Also known as: small bowel repair, small bowel suture, primary repair small intestine
Primary repair of small intestine via open surgical approach, including suturing of laceration or perforation to restore bowel continuity and integrity.
Clinical Context
Used for traumatic injury to small bowel (perforation, laceration) or iatrogenic injury during surgery. Preserves bowel length and avoids resection when primary repair is feasible.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 24.10 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 8.53 |
| Malpractice RVU | 6.00 |
| Total RVU | 38.63 |
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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