45334 Sigmoidoscopy for bleeding
Also known as: sigmoidoscopy with bleeding control, flexible sig with hemorrhage management
Sigmoidoscopy with hemostasis of actively bleeding lesion via injection, cautery, or clip application.
In Plain Language
stopping lower bowel bleeding; cauterization of bleeding site in sigmoid
Clinical Context
Emergency intervention for acute lower gastrointestinal bleeding source identified in sigmoid colon (diverticular, polyp, ulcer).
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.95 |
| Total RVU | 1.95 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 1.95, this code ranks in the 13th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.1x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 45334?
CPT 45334 (Sigmoidoscopy for bleeding) is a Surgery code. Sigmoidoscopy with hemostasis of actively bleeding lesion via injection, cautery, or clip application.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 45334?
The work RVU for CPT 45334 is 1.95. This code is primarily used by Colorectal Surgery, Gastroenterology, Emergency Medicine.
When is CPT 45334 used?
Emergency intervention for acute lower gastrointestinal bleeding source identified in sigmoid colon (diverticular, polyp, ulcer).
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