46608 Anoscopy remove for body
Also known as: anoscopy foreign body removal, foreign body extraction, anoscopic retrieval
Anoscopy with removal of a foreign body. The anoscope is used to locate and remove an object from the anal canal.
In Plain Language
looking in the anus and removing a stuck object; removing foreign material from anal canal
Clinical Context
Performed for accidentally or intentionally inserted foreign bodies in the anal canal. May proceed to operative management if not removable anoscopy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.27 |
| Total RVU | 1.27 |
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 1.27, this code ranks in the 7th percentile among Surgery codes — 6.3x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 46608?
CPT 46608 (Anoscopy remove for body) is a Surgery code. Anoscopy with removal of a foreign body. The anoscope is used to locate and remove an object from the anal canal.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 46608?
The work RVU for CPT 46608 is 1.27. This code is primarily used by Colorectal Surgery, Emergency Surgery.
When is CPT 46608 used?
Performed for accidentally or intentionally inserted foreign bodies in the anal canal. May proceed to operative management if not removable anoscopy.
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