Excision of simple internal and external hemorrhoids

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Code 46255 specifically describes the excision of internal hemorrhoids, whereas code 46945 is used for excision of internal and external hemorrhoids with removal of subcutaneous tissue. Code 46221 is for a hemorrhoidectomy with a fissurectomy, and code 46260 is for a stapled hemorrhoidectomy. Therefore, the most appropriate code for the given scenario is 46255, Excision of single internal and external hemorrhoid(s).

Excision of Simple Internal and External Hemorrhoids