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46940 Treatment of anal fissure

Surgery Global 10d

Also known as: fissure treatment, topical fissure therapy, non-surgical fissure treatment

Treatment of anal fissure using pharmaceutical or physical intervention. Reduces pain and spasticity of anal sphincter.

Clinical Context

First-line treatment using topical agents (nitroglycerin, calcium channel blockers, local anesthetics) or physical modalities.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU2.29
Practice Expense RVU6.05
Malpractice RVU0.35
Total RVU8.69

Est. Medicare Payment

$290.25

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Colorectal SurgeryGeneral Surgery

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