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45340 Sig with tndsc balloon dilation

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: sigmoidoscopy with stricture dilation, flexible sig with dilation

Sigmoidoscopy with dilation of sigmoid or rectal stricture via balloon, bougie, or mechanical technique.

Clinical Context

Used for symptomatic benign strictures of sigmoid colon or rectum from inflammatory bowel disease, anastomotic scarring, or radiation changes.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU1.22
Practice Expense RVU13.80
Malpractice RVU0.17
Total RVU15.19

Est. Medicare Payment

$507.35

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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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.