46750 Repair of anal sphincter
Also known as: sphincteroplasty, sphincter repair, sphincter reconstruction
Repair of anal sphincter injury or deficiency. Surgical reconstruction of disrupted or deficient anal sphincter muscles.
In Plain Language
repairing damaged anal sphincter muscle; reconstructing torn sphincter
Clinical Context
Performed for external anal sphincter injuries from obstetric trauma, prior anorectal surgery, or accidents. Improves continence.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 11.85 |
| Total RVU | 11.85 |
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 11.85, this code ranks in the 64th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.5x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 46750?
CPT 46750 (Repair of anal sphincter) is a Surgery code. Repair of anal sphincter injury or deficiency. Surgical reconstruction of disrupted or deficient anal sphincter muscles.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 46750?
The work RVU for CPT 46750 is 11.85. This code is primarily used by Colorectal Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 46750 used?
Performed for external anal sphincter injuries from obstetric trauma, prior anorectal surgery, or accidents. Improves continence.
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