44799 Unlisted procedures small intestine
Also known as: unlisted small bowel procedure
Unlisted procedure on small intestine used when no more specific CPT code accurately describes the surgical procedure performed on small bowel.
Clinical Context
This is a catch-all code for novel or rare small intestine procedures not specifically enumerated in the CPT coding system.
RVU Information
CPT 44799 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
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. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Surgery category, 3% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 44799?
CPT 44799 (Unlisted procedures small intestine) is a Surgery code. Unlisted procedure on small intestine used when no more specific CPT code accurately describes the surgical procedure performed on small bowel.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 44799?
The work RVU for CPT 44799 is 0.00. This code is primarily used by General Surgery.
When is CPT 44799 used?
This is a catch-all code for novel or rare small intestine procedures not specifically enumerated in the CPT coding system.
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