45346 Sigmoidoscopy with ablation
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: sigmoidoscopy with ablation, flexible sig with laser/radiofreq ablation
Sigmoidoscopy with ablation of lesion using electrocautery, laser, cryotherapy, or radiofrequency energy.
Clinical Context
Used for palliation of obstructing lesions, destruction of residual adenomatous tissue, treatment of Barrett's-like changes, or recurrent polyps.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.74 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 71.54 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.34 |
| Total RVU | 74.62 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$2,492.31
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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