57268 Repair of bowel bulge
Also known as: Enterocele repair, Bowel bulge repair
Repair of enterocele (bowel bulge/hernia). Surgical correction of small bowel herniation into pelvic floor.
In Plain Language
Repair of bowel sagging into vagina
Clinical Context
Used for symptomatic enterocele. Often combined with other prolapse repairs.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.38 |
| Total RVU | 7.38 |
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 7.38, this code ranks in the 47th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 57268?
CPT 57268 (Repair of bowel bulge) is a Surgery code. Repair of enterocele (bowel bulge/hernia). Surgical correction of small bowel herniation into pelvic floor.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 57268?
The work RVU for CPT 57268 is 7.38. This code is primarily used by Gynecology, Urogynecology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 57268 used?
Used for symptomatic enterocele. Often combined with other prolapse repairs.
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