CPT 45121
Removal of rectum and colon
CPT 45121 at a glance
- Code
- 45121
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Removal of rectum and colon
- Category
- Not typically performed in an ASC
- ASC eligibility
- Not typically performed in an ASC
- Typical setting
- Hospital outpatient department (POS 22) or office (POS 11). Not typically performed in an ASC.
What is CPT code 45121?
CPT 45121 is a CPT/HCPCS procedure code. Its official short descriptor is "Removal of rectum and colon". In the ASC context it is grouped under Not typically performed in an ASC.
Is CPT 45121 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 45121 is not typically performed in an ambulatory surgery center; it is usually done in a hospital outpatient department (HOPD) or office instead.
Where is CPT 45121 typically performed?
Hospital outpatient department (POS 22) or office (POS 11). Not typically performed in an ASC.
Which specialties use CPT 45121?
CPT 45121 is most associated with Gastroenterology, General Surgery.
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