CPT® Code 49560

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An initial repair of an incisional or ventral hernia, designated by CPT® Code 49560, involves a surgical procedure aimed at correcting a hernia that is reducible. An incisional hernia, also known as a ventral hernia, typically occurs at the site of a previous abdominal surgery where the incision has not healed properly. This results in a separation of the tissues in the abdominal wall, allowing abdominal organs to protrude through the weakened area. The procedure entails the careful reparation of this defect, ensuring that the hernia contents can be returned to their normal anatomical position within the abdomen. The repair process may involve excising the old scar tissue, dissecting the hernia sac, and suturing the abdominal wall to restore its integrity. In cases where the hernia is larger, additional techniques such as the shoelace method or the use of a mesh implant may be employed to reinforce the repair. It is important to note that this code specifically applies to reducible hernias, and different codes are used for more complicated cases, such as incarcerated or strangulated hernias.