45384 Colonoscopy with lesion removal
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: colonoscopy with polypectomy, colon polyp removal, colonoscopy with lesion removal snare
Colonoscopy with removal of polyp(s) via snare polypectomy, laser, or other endoscopic polypectomy technique.
Clinical Context
Standard procedure for removal of adenomatous or sessile polyps identified during colonoscopy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.97 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 11.57 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.61 |
| Total RVU | 16.15 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$539.41
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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