45332 Sigmoidoscopy with foreign body removal
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: sigmoidoscopy with foreign body removal, sigmoid foreign body extraction
Sigmoidoscopy with removal of foreign body lodged in sigmoid colon via forceps or basket extraction.
Clinical Context
Emergency procedure for retained foreign bodies in sigmoid colon presenting with pain, obstruction, or perforation risk.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.72 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 7.43 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.22 |
| Total RVU | 9.37 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$312.96
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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