45327 Proctosigmoidoscopy with stent
Also known as: proctoscopy with stent placement, sigmoidoscopy with stent insertion
Proctosigmoidoscopy with placement of expandable metal stent in rectum or sigmoid colon for stricture relief or obstruction palliation.
Clinical Context
Performed for malignant or benign rectal strictures causing obstruction, often as bridge to surgery or for palliative management of inoperable disease.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.85 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 0.96 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.48 |
| Total RVU | 3.29 |
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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