45190 Destruction rectal tumor
Also known as: rectal tumor ablation, electrofulguration of rectal tumor, rectal tumor destruction
Destruction of rectal tumor via electrocautery, laser, cryotherapy, or chemical means, performed endoscopically without formal excision.
Clinical Context
Employed for palliation of obstructing rectal cancers, steroid-resistant bleeding polyps, or recurrent benign lesions when excision is not feasible.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 10.16 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 8.52 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.45 |
| Total RVU | 20.13 |
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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