HCPCS 43770

Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; placement of adjustable gastric restrictive device (eg, gastric band and subcutaneous port components)

AI EXPLANATION: Laparoscopic gastric banding is a minimally invasive surgical procedure designed to help with weight management. During the operation, a surgeon makes several small incisions in the abdomen to place an adjustable silicone band around the upper portion of the stomach. This creates a smaller stomach pouch, which restricts food capacity and promotes a feeling of fullness. The band connects to a small access port secured just beneath the skin, allowing healthcare providers to adjust the band's tightness over time by injecting or removing saline solution.