57556 Remove cervix repair bowel
Also known as: cervicectomy with bowel repair, trachelectomy with intestinal repair
Removal of cervix with repair of adjacent bowel (intestines) involves cervicectomy combined with repair of small or large bowel injury or defect.
In Plain Language
Cervix removal with bowel repair; Cervix removal and intestine repair
Clinical Context
Performed when cervical pathology coexists with bowel injury, often from endometriosis or prior surgery. Requires surgical expertise in both gynecology and general surgery.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.13 |
| Total RVU | 9.13 |
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 9.13, this code ranks in the 55th 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 57556?
CPT 57556 (Remove cervix repair bowel) is a Surgery code. Removal of cervix with repair of adjacent bowel (intestines) involves cervicectomy combined with repair of small or large bowel injury or defect.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 57556?
The work RVU for CPT 57556 is 9.13. This code is primarily used by Gynecology, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 57556 used?
Performed when cervical pathology coexists with bowel injury, often from endometriosis or prior surgery. Requires surgical expertise in both gynecology and general surgery.
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