What is the CPT code for colectomy?
The following clinical example and procedural description was used in the development of the code descriptor and the Medicare physician fee schedule work relative value units for code 44205, Laparoscopy, surgical; colectomy, partial, with removal of terminal ileum and ileocolostomy.
What is the CPT code for transverse loop colostomy?
You should report CPT code 44146 (see Table 1). Although the CPT descriptor includes the term “colostomy,” the Medicare physician fee schedule work relative value unit (RVU) for this code is based on creation of either a colostomy or an ileostomy.
What is procedure code 44140?
CPT® Code 44140 in section: Colectomy, partial.
What is a transverse colectomy?
Type of surgery to remove part of the colon Removing the middle part of the bowel (transverse colon) is called a transverse colectomy. Removing the right side of the bowel is called a right hemi colectomy. Removing the sigmoid part of the bowel (sigmoid colon) is called a sigmoid colectomy.
What is the CPT code for colectomy with ileostomy?
44146
Partial colectomy with anastomosis and colostomy (codes 44146, open or 44208, laparoscopic) includes creation of a colostomy (stoma of the large intestine) or ileostomy (stoma of the small intestine).
What is the CPT code for partial laparoscopic colectomy with anastomosis and Coloproctostomy?
44207
Table 1 CPT codes for partial colectomy
| Open partial colectomy CPT codes | |
|---|---|
| 44140 | Colectomy, partial; with anastomosis |
| 44207 | Laparoscopy, surgical; colectomy, partial, with anastomosis, with coloproctostomy (low pelvic anastomosis) |
What is the main function of the transverse colon?
As the longest and most mobile part of the colon, the transverse colon plays an essential role in digestion and the excretion of waste products. It also helps absorb water from digested food, making it easier for waste products to move through the body.
