43244 Egd varices ligation
Also known as: EGD variceal ligation, band ligation, elastic band ligation
Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography with ligation of esophageal or gastric varices for hemostasis. This therapeutic endoscopic procedure uses elastic bands to stop variceal bleeding.
Clinical Context
Primary treatment modality for esophageal varices bleeding; preferred over injection due to lower rebleeding and mortality rates in cirrhotic patients.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.29 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.69 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.47 |
| Total RVU | 6.45 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
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