44680 Surgical revision intestine
Also known as: adhesiolysis, bowel adhesion lysis, revision of anastomosis
Surgical revision of intestine including adhesiolysis, reanastomosis, or reconstruction to relieve obstruction or restore bowel function.
In Plain Language
surgery to separate intestinal adhesions or repair old connection; bowel scar tissue removal
Clinical Context
Used for bowel obstruction or dysfunction from adhesions following prior surgery. May involve lysis alone or revision/reanastomosis if original anastomosis is narrowed.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 17.51 |
| Total RVU | 17.51 |
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 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 17.51, this code ranks in the 78th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 44680?
CPT 44680 (Surgical revision intestine) is a Surgery code. Surgical revision of intestine including adhesiolysis, reanastomosis, or reconstruction to relieve obstruction or restore bowel function.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 44680?
The work RVU for CPT 44680 is 17.51. This code is primarily used by General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 44680 used?
Used for bowel obstruction or dysfunction from adhesions following prior surgery. May involve lysis alone or revision/reanastomosis if original anastomosis is narrowed.
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