64755 Incision of stomach nerves
Also known as: vagotomy, truncal vagotomy, selective vagotomy
Surgical incision and sectioning of the vagal trunk or branches to the stomach. Historically used to reduce gastric acid secretion in peptic ulcer disease.
In Plain Language
stomach nerve cutting; ulcer prevention surgery
Clinical Context
Historically important surgical treatment for peptic ulcer disease before the advent of proton pump inhibitors. Now rarely performed. May be considered in rare refractory cases.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 14.67 |
| Total RVU | 14.67 |
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 14.67, this code ranks in the 72nd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.8x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 64755?
CPT 64755 (Incision of stomach nerves) is a Surgery code. Surgical incision and sectioning of the vagal trunk or branches to the stomach. Historically used to reduce gastric acid secretion in peptic ulcer disease.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 64755?
The work RVU for CPT 64755 is 14.67. This code is primarily used by General Surgery, Gastroenterology, Neurosurgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 64755 used?
Historically important surgical treatment for peptic ulcer disease before the advent of proton pump inhibitors. Now rarely performed. May be considered in rare refractory cases.
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