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46942 Treatment of anal fissure

Surgery Global 10d

Also known as: Botox fissure treatment, injection fissure therapy, ablative fissure treatment

Treatment of anal fissure using injection or ablation technique. Injects botulinum toxin or other agents or uses energy-based ablation.

Clinical Context

Minimally invasive surgical treatment for fissures refractory to medical therapy. May include Botox, calcium channel blockers, or ablation.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU2.02
Practice Expense RVU6.01
Malpractice RVU0.29
Total RVU8.32

Est. Medicare Payment

$277.89

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

Specialties

Colorectal Surgery

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