45150 Excision of rectal stricture
Also known as: rectal stricture excision, stricturoplasty, rectal stricture repair
Excision of rectal stricture (scarred narrowing), performed transanally or transabdominally to restore rectal luminal patency.
In Plain Language
surgical removal of rectal scar tissue narrowing; widening of narrowed rectum; stricture removal
Clinical Context
Used for benign rectal strictures secondary to inflammatory bowel disease, anastomotic stenosis, radiation injury, or trauma causing obstructive symptoms.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.70 |
| Total RVU | 5.70 |
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 5.70, this code ranks in the 38th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.4x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 45150?
CPT 45150 (Excision of rectal stricture) is a Surgery code. Excision of rectal stricture (scarred narrowing), performed transanally or transabdominally to restore rectal luminal patency.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 45150?
The work RVU for CPT 45150 is 5.70. This code is primarily used by Colorectal Surgery, General Surgery, Gastrointestinal Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 45150 used?
Used for benign rectal strictures secondary to inflammatory bowel disease, anastomotic stenosis, radiation injury, or trauma causing obstructive symptoms.
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