43227 Esophagoscopy control bleed
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: esophageal bleeding control, hemostasis endoscopy
Esophagoscopy (flexible) with control of bleeding from esophageal source using hemostatic technique (cautery, sclerosis, or suturing).
Clinical Context
Emergency/urgent procedure for upper gastrointestinal bleeding from esophageal source. Critical for hemostasis in acute bleeding.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.82 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 16.44 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.36 |
| Total RVU | 19.62 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$655.31
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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