45915 Remove rectal obstruction
Surgery
Global 10d
Also known as: rectal obstruction removal, fecal disimpaction
Removal of rectal obstruction via manual or mechanical means (fecal disimpaction, removal of foreign body).
Clinical Context
Office or emergency procedure for acute or chronic rectal obstruction from fecal impaction or retained foreign body.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.11 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 8.35 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.62 |
| Total RVU | 12.08 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$403.47
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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