43405 Ligate/staple esophagus
Also known as: esophageal transection, esophageal stapling, emergency variceal transection
Transection and ligation or stapling of esophageal varices via open approach with creation of esophagogastric resection line. This controls variceal hemorrhage.
Clinical Context
Emergency procedure for massive variceal hemorrhage uncontrolled by endoscopy; provides hemostasis but high morbidity and limited long-term benefit.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 24.11 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 11.80 |
| Malpractice RVU | 6.07 |
| Total RVU | 41.98 |
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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