49621 repair parastomal hernia rdc
Also known as: parastomal hernia repair, stomal hernia repair, hernia around ostomy
Repair of parastomal hernia with simple closure or primary repair.
In Plain Language
surgical repair of hernia around ostomy or stoma; closure of bulge near colostomy or ileostomy
Clinical Context
Surgical repair of hernia adjacent to ostomy (colostomy, ileostomy, urostomy). Repair difficult with risk of recurrence.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 13.36 |
| Total RVU | 13.36 |
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 13.36, this code ranks in the 68th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.7x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 49621?
CPT 49621 (repair parastomal hernia rdc) is a Surgery code. Repair of parastomal hernia with simple closure or primary repair.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 49621?
The work RVU for CPT 49621 is 13.36. This code is primarily used by General Surgery, Colorectal Surgery.
When is CPT 49621 used?
Surgical repair of hernia adjacent to ostomy (colostomy, ileostomy, urostomy). Repair difficult with risk of recurrence.
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