45520 Treatment of rectal prolapse
Also known as: rectal prolapse treatment, manual prolapse reduction
Treatment of rectal prolapse by manual reduction or noninvasive intervention.
In Plain Language
treatment of protruding rectum
Clinical Context
Conservative or manual management of rectal prolapse, typically in office or emergency department setting.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.54 |
| Total RVU | 0.54 |
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 0.54, this code ranks in the 1st percentile among Surgery codes — 14.8x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 45520?
CPT 45520 (Treatment of rectal prolapse) is a Surgery code. Treatment of rectal prolapse by manual reduction or noninvasive intervention.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 45520?
The work RVU for CPT 45520 is 0.54. This code is primarily used by Colorectal Surgery, General Surgery, Emergency Medicine.
When is CPT 45520 used?
Conservative or manual management of rectal prolapse, typically in office or emergency department setting.
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