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45307 Proctosigmoidoscopy foreign body

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: proctoscopy with foreign body removal, rectal foreign body extraction

Proctosigmoidoscopy with removal of foreign body lodged in rectum or sigmoid colon.

Clinical Context

Emergency procedure for patients presenting with retained rectal foreign bodies causing obstruction, perforation risk, or lower gastrointestinal symptoms.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU1.56
Practice Expense RVU5.10
Malpractice RVU0.42
Total RVU7.08

Est. Medicare Payment

$236.47

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Colorectal SurgeryEmergency MedicineGastroenterology

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