43259 Egd ultrasound examination duodenum/jejunum
Also known as: EGD EUS, endoscopic ultrasound, EUS duodenum, EGD with ultrasound, endoscopic ultrasound upper GI
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with endoscopic ultrasound examination of the duodenum and proximal jejunum. This diagnostic technique provides high-resolution sonographic imaging.
Clinical Context
Diagnostic modality for staging pancreatic and biliary cancers, evaluating submucosal lesions, and assessing chronic pancreatitis; superior to conventional ultrasound.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.94 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.58 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.43 |
| Total RVU | 5.95 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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