49614 repair aa hrn rcr < 3 ncr/strn
Also known as: recurrent ventral hernia with mesh, recurrent hernia mesh repair, hernia rerepair reinforcement
Repair of recurrent abdominal wall hernia less than 3 centimeters with mesh or tissue reinforcement.
In Plain Language
surgical repair of abdominal hernia that came back with patch; reinforced closure of recurrent defect
Clinical Context
Surgical repair of recurrent ventral or abdominal wall hernia less than 3 centimeters with mesh or tissue reinforcement. Standard approach.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.99 |
| Total RVU | 9.99 |
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 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 9.99, this code ranks in the 59th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 49614?
CPT 49614 (repair aa hrn rcr < 3 ncr/strn) is a Surgery code. Repair of recurrent abdominal wall hernia less than 3 centimeters with mesh or tissue reinforcement.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 49614?
The work RVU for CPT 49614 is 9.99. This code is primarily used by General Surgery.
When is CPT 49614 used?
Surgical repair of recurrent ventral or abdominal wall hernia less than 3 centimeters with mesh or tissue reinforcement. Standard approach.
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