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45309 Proctosigmoidoscopy removal

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: proctoscopy with multiple polypectomies, sigmoidoscopy with polypectomy

Proctosigmoidoscopy with removal of multiple polyps via snare polypectomy or similar technique.

Clinical Context

Used for removal of multiple adenomas identified during screening or for known polyposis syndromes requiring multifocal polyp ablation.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU1.37
Practice Expense RVU5.27
Malpractice RVU0.37
Total RVU7.01

Est. Medicare Payment

$234.13

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

Specialties

Colorectal SurgeryGastroenterologyGeneral Surgery

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