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45505 Repair of rectum

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: transanal rectal repair, rectal perforation repair transanal

Repair of laceration or perforation of rectum via transanal approach with primary repair.

Clinical Context

Emergency procedure for transanal traumatic injury or iatrogenic perforation (e.g., from TEM, colonoscopy) requiring primary closure.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU8.15
Practice Expense RVU8.18
Malpractice RVU1.46
Total RVU17.79

Est. Medicare Payment

$594.19

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Colorectal SurgeryTrauma SurgeryGeneral Surgery

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.