45342 Sigmoidoscopy with ultrasound guide biopsy
Also known as: sigmoidoscopy with ultrasound-guided biopsy, flexible sig with EUS-FNA
Sigmoidoscopy with endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine-needle aspiration (EUS-FNA) for tissue sampling.
In Plain Language
needle biopsy using ultrasound guidance; ultrasound-guided tissue sampling
Clinical Context
Performed for tissue diagnosis of submucosal lesions, lymph nodes, or lesions not amenable to standard endoscopic biopsy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.91 |
| Total RVU | 2.91 |
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 2.91, this code ranks in the 20th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 45342?
CPT 45342 (Sigmoidoscopy with ultrasound guide biopsy) is a Surgery code. Sigmoidoscopy with endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine-needle aspiration (EUS-FNA) for tissue sampling.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 45342?
The work RVU for CPT 45342 is 2.91. This code is primarily used by Colorectal Surgery, Gastroenterology, Pathology.
When is CPT 45342 used?
Performed for tissue diagnosis of submucosal lesions, lymph nodes, or lesions not amenable to standard endoscopic biopsy.
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