45379 Colonoscopy with foreign body removal
Also known as: colonoscopy with foreign body removal, colon foreign body extraction
Colonoscopy with removal of foreign body from colon via forceps, basket, or retrieval device.
In Plain Language
removal of swallowed object from colon; foreign body extraction via colonoscope
Clinical Context
Emergency procedure for retained foreign bodies in colon presenting with pain, obstruction, or perforation risk.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.17 |
| Total RVU | 4.17 |
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 4.17, this code ranks in the 29th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.9x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 45379?
CPT 45379 (Colonoscopy with foreign body removal) is a Surgery code. Colonoscopy with removal of foreign body from colon via forceps, basket, or retrieval device.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 45379?
The work RVU for CPT 45379 is 4.17. This code is primarily used by Colorectal Surgery, Gastroenterology, Emergency Medicine.
When is CPT 45379 used?
Emergency procedure for retained foreign bodies in colon presenting with pain, obstruction, or perforation risk.
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