45005 Drainage of rectal abscess
Surgery
Global 10d
Also known as: rectal abscess drainage, perirectal abscess drainage
Drainage of rectal abscess via open surgical approach for treatment of perirectal abscess or intramural rectal abscess.
Clinical Context
Used for rectal or perirectal abscess from anal fissure, hemorrhoid, or cryptoglandular source. Often requires incision under anesthesia.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.97 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 8.50 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.51 |
| Total RVU | 10.98 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$366.73
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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