49550 repair rem hernia initial reduce
Also known as: femoral hernia repair, groin hernia repair, femorectomy repair
Initial repair of femoral hernia with primary closure or mesh reinforcement.
In Plain Language
surgical repair of hernia below groin; closure of femoral opening
Clinical Context
Surgical repair of femoral hernia. More common in women and carries higher incarceration risk than inguinal hernia. Often requires mesh reinforcement.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.77 |
| Total RVU | 8.77 |
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 8.77, this code ranks in the 53rd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 49550?
CPT 49550 (repair rem hernia initial reduce) is a Surgery code. Initial repair of femoral hernia with primary closure or mesh reinforcement.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 49550?
The work RVU for CPT 49550 is 8.77. This code is primarily used by General Surgery, Vascular Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 49550 used?
Surgical repair of femoral hernia. More common in women and carries higher incarceration risk than inguinal hernia. Often requires mesh reinforcement.
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