CPT® Code 44625

The procedure described by CPT® Code 44625 involves the surgical closure of an enterostomy, which is an opening created in the abdominal wall to allow the intestine to be accessed. This specific code pertains to the closure of an enterostomy of either the large or small intestine, accompanied by the resection and anastomosis of intestinal segments, excluding any colorectal anastomosis. In simpler terms, the physician performs a surgical operation to close the opening in the intestine that was previously created for various medical reasons, such as bypassing a diseased section of the bowel. During this procedure, if there are any additional openings, such as a duodenostomy or jejunostomy, these are also removed. The process involves careful manipulation of the intestines, including the release of the intestinal segment from the abdominal wall, trimming of the intestinal edges, and suturing to close the intestinal opening. The procedure is more complex than a simple closure, as it includes the resection of the remaining intestinal segments and their reconnection (anastomosis) to restore normal bowel continuity. This ensures that the digestive tract functions properly after the closure of the enterostomy.