43400 Ligate esophagus veins
Also known as: esophageal variceal ligation, open esophageal ligation, variceal ligation
Ligation and division of esophageal varices via open approach for control of variceal bleeding. This procedure interrupts blood flow to bleeding varices.
Clinical Context
Surgical treatment for bleeding esophageal varices when endoscopic therapy fails or is contraindicated; high mortality procedure.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 24.96 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 10.89 |
| Malpractice RVU | 6.67 |
| Total RVU | 42.52 |
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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