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CPT 43620: Esophagoenterostomy After Gastrectomy
CPT code 43620 denotes surgical creation of an esophagoenterostomy — an anastomosis between the esophagus and intestine performed after excision of the stomach. This reconstructive gastrointestinal procedure is critical for restoring alimentary continuity after gastrectomy for malignancy, severe trauma, or other indications, and it carries substantial implications for surgical care pathways, hospital resource use, and post-operative management nationally. Key payers in the analysis include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will find a compact overview of clinical context, typical sites of service, and common billing considerations for hospital-based GI surgical services. The publication summarizes national benchmarking where available, highlights relevant policy considerations affecting coverage and inpatient authorization, and outlines common documentation elements that support appropriate coding for complex reconstructions. The summary also identifies gaps where input data were not provided and notes areas where payer-specific policies frequently influence claim adjudication and reimbursement. This material is intended for billing managers, surgical practices, hospital revenue teams, and policy analysts seeking a concise, national-level briefing on CPT code 43620 and the operational and policy factors that commonly affect its use.
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Billing Code Overview
CPT code 43620 describes the creation of a surgical opening (anastomosis) between the esophagus and intestine following excision of the stomach. This procedure is a form of reconstructive gastrointestinal surgery performed after total or subtotal gastrectomy to restore continuity of the alimentary tract.
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Service type: Surgical gastrointestinal reconstruction
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Typical site of service: Inpatient hospital operating room or major ambulatory surgical center, depending on patient acuity and surgical complexity
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