G0341 Percutaneous islet celltrans
Also known as: percutaneous islet transplant, needle islet injection
Percutaneous islet cell transplantation procedure using minimally invasive needle approach to deliver insulin-producing cells to the pancreas.
In Plain Language
insulin cell transplant through needle
Clinical Context
Performed for Type 1 diabetes, particularly after total pancreatectomy or in patients with brittle diabetes. Minimally invasive compared to surgical approaches.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.81 |
| Total RVU | 6.81 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
G-codes are CMS-specific HCPCS codes for services not covered by standard CPT. This code has a 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day.Documentation requirements follow the same standards as the equivalent CPT service. Check Medicare LCD/NCD policies for coverage criteria.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 6.81, this code ranks in the 95th percentile among G Codes codes — 7.0x the median (0.97). The highest wRVU in this category is 20.41.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code G0341?
CPT G0341 (Percutaneous islet celltrans) is a G Codes code. Percutaneous islet cell transplantation procedure using minimally invasive needle approach to deliver insulin-producing cells to the pancreas.
Who uses CPT code G0341?
CPT G0341 is used by Surgery, Endocrinology, Transplantation. Performed for Type 1 diabetes, particularly after total pancreatectomy or in patients with brittle diabetes. Minimally invasive compared to surgical approaches.
When is CPT G0341 used?
Performed for Type 1 diabetes, particularly after total pancreatectomy or in patients with brittle diabetes. Minimally invasive compared to surgical approaches.
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