45541 Correct rectal prolapse
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: perineal proctosigmoidectomy for prolapse, Altemeier procedure, perineal prolapse repair
Surgical correction of rectal prolapse via perineal approach (Altemeier procedure) with excision.
Clinical Context
Perineal surgical correction of full-thickness rectal prolapse via circumferential excision, suitable for elderly or infirm patients.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 14.48 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 9.26 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.93 |
| Total RVU | 26.67 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$890.78
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
Track This Code in RVU Edge
Log procedures, calculate wRVUs, and benchmark against MGMA data — all in one app.
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.