CPT 45540
Correct rectal prolapse
CPT 45540 at a glance
- Code
- 45540
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Correct rectal prolapse
- 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 45540?
CPT 45540 is a CPT/HCPCS procedure code. Its official short descriptor is "Correct rectal prolapse". In the ASC context it is grouped under Not typically performed in an ASC.
Is CPT 45540 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 45540 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 45540 typically performed?
Hospital outpatient department (POS 22) or office (POS 11). Not typically performed in an ASC.
Which specialties use CPT 45540?
CPT 45540 is most associated with Gastroenterology, General Surgery.
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