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45378 Diagnostic colonoscopy

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: colonoscopy, full colonoscopy, colon scope, colonoscopy diagnostic, screening colonoscopy

Diagnostic colonoscopy (visual examination of entire colon from cecum to rectum) without therapeutic intervention.

Clinical Context

Performed for colorectal cancer screening, evaluation of anemia, chronic diarrhea, constipation, abnormal imaging, or family history of colorectal disease.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU3.18
Practice Expense RVU7.73
Malpractice RVU0.41
Total RVU11.32

Est. Medicare Payment

$378.09

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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