49622 repair parastomal hernia ncr/strn
Also known as: parastomal hernia mesh repair, stomal hernia reinforcement, ostomy hernia mesh
Repair of parastomal hernia with mesh or tissue reinforcement.
In Plain Language
surgical repair of hernia around ostomy with patch; reinforced closure of bulge near stoma
Clinical Context
Surgical repair of parastomal hernia with mesh or tissue reinforcement. Mesh placement reduces recurrence risk in stomal hernias.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 16.63 |
| Total RVU | 16.63 |
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 16.63, this code ranks in the 76th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 49622?
CPT 49622 (repair parastomal hernia ncr/strn) is a Surgery code. Repair of parastomal hernia with mesh or tissue reinforcement.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 49622?
The work RVU for CPT 49622 is 16.63. This code is primarily used by General Surgery, Colorectal Surgery.
When is CPT 49622 used?
Surgical repair of parastomal hernia with mesh or tissue reinforcement. Mesh placement reduces recurrence risk in stomal hernias.
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