46070 Incision anal septum infant
Also known as: anal septum incision, neonatal anal septotomy, anal membrane incision
Surgical incision of the anal septum in infants. This procedure divides congenital anal septa that may obstruct anal opening, often performed for imperforate anus variants in neonates.
In Plain Language
dividing a membrane blocking the newborn's anus; repair of blocked anal opening
Clinical Context
Used in neonatal period for certain forms of imperforate anus or anal stenosis with septal obstruction. Diagnosis typically made shortly after birth when meconium passage is obstructed.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.72 |
| Total RVU | 2.72 |
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 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 2.72, this code ranks in the 19th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.9x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 46070?
CPT 46070 (Incision anal septum infant) is a Surgery code. Surgical incision of the anal septum in infants. This procedure divides congenital anal septa that may obstruct anal opening, often performed for imperforate anus variants in neonates.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 46070?
The work RVU for CPT 46070 is 2.72. This code is primarily used by Colorectal Surgery, Pediatric Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 46070 used?
Used in neonatal period for certain forms of imperforate anus or anal stenosis with septal obstruction. Diagnosis typically made shortly after birth when meconium passage is obstructed.
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