44800 Excision of bowel pouch
Also known as: pouch excision, J-pouch removal, pouch resection
Excision or resection of ileal pouch (created during prior total proctocolectomy) for complications including pouchitis, dysplasia, or malignancy.
Clinical Context
Used for removal of failed ileal pouch (refractory pouchitis), dysplasia, or pouch cancer. Results in permanent ileostomy or continent pouch.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 11.75 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 7.49 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.91 |
| Total RVU | 22.15 |
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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