45350 Sgmdsc with band ligation
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: sigmoidoscopy with band ligation, flexible sig with banding
Sigmoidoscopy with band ligation of esophageal varices or vascular lesions in sigmoid colon.
Clinical Context
Performed for active variceal bleeding in rectosigmoid (in patients with portal hypertension) or bleeding vascular lesions.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.64 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 20.41 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.21 |
| Total RVU | 22.26 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$743.48
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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