49496 repair ing hernia baby blocked
Also known as: emergency infant hernia repair, incarcerated hernia infant, strangulated hernia baby
Repair of inguinal hernia in infant under age one year with hernia incarcerated or strangulated.
Clinical Context
Urgent surgical repair of incarcerated or strangulated inguinal hernia in infant under one year old. Requires immediate intervention to prevent bowel necrosis.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.18 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.21 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.46 |
| Total RVU | 17.85 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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