CPT® Code 49616

Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), recurrent, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated

The CPT® Code 49616 refers to the surgical procedure for the repair of recurrent anterior abdominal hernias, which can include types such as epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, and spigelian hernias. This procedure can be performed using various approaches, including open surgery, laparoscopic techniques, or robotic assistance. A recurrent hernia occurs when tissue or parts of an organ, such as the intestines, protrude through a defect at or near the site of a previous abdominal hernia repair. The repair process involves addressing hernias that are classified as incarcerated or strangulated, meaning that the contents of the hernia sac cannot be easily returned to their normal position within the abdomen, and there may be a compromise in blood circulation to those tissues. The procedure typically involves the implantation of mesh or other prosthetic materials to reinforce the repair and reduce the risk of recurrence. The total length of the defect being repaired ranges from 3 cm to 10 cm, indicating the size of the hernia that is being addressed during the surgical intervention.