45335 Sigmoidoscopy with submuc injection
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: sigmoidoscopy with submucous injection, flexible sig with saline lift
Sigmoidoscopy with submucosal injection of saline, medication, or epinephrine for lesion elevation or hemostasis.
Clinical Context
Used for elevation of polyps prior to snare polypectomy or for hemostasis of bleeding lesions via epinephrine infiltration.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.01 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 8.67 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.14 |
| Total RVU | 9.82 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$327.99
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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