45900 Reduction of rectal prolapse
Also known as: rectal prolapse reduction, manual prolapse reduction
Manual reduction of rectal prolapse without surgical intervention, performed in office or emergency setting.
In Plain Language
pushing back protruding rectum into place
Clinical Context
Conservative management of acute rectal prolapse via manual reduction, often effective in children or incomplete prolapse.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.92 |
| Total RVU | 2.92 |
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 10-day global period — follow-up visits within 10 days of the procedure are included in the reimbursement. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 2.92, this code ranks in the 20th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 45900?
CPT 45900 (Reduction of rectal prolapse) is a Surgery code. Manual reduction of rectal prolapse without surgical intervention, performed in office or emergency setting.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 45900?
The work RVU for CPT 45900 is 2.92. This code is primarily used by Colorectal Surgery, General Surgery, Emergency Medicine. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 45900 used?
Conservative management of acute rectal prolapse via manual reduction, often effective in children or incomplete prolapse.
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