44955 Appendectomy add-on
Also known as: appendectomy add-on, incidental appendectomy
Appendectomy performed as an add-on procedure during another abdominal operation for removal of appendix incidentally or as part of a planned combined procedure.
Clinical Context
Used when appendectomy is performed concurrently with another abdominal procedure. Can be incidental finding or planned intervention.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.49 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 0.39 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.36 |
| Total RVU | 2.24 |
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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