43644 Laparoscopic gastric bypass/roux-en-y
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: lap gastric bypass, LRYGB, laparoscopic Roux-en-Y, lap RNY
Laparoscopic gastric bypass with Roux-en-Y jejunal interposition for morbid obesity.
Clinical Context
Primary bariatric procedure for morbid obesity (BMI >40 or >35 with comorbidities). Creates small gastric pouch with direct jejunal anastomosis bypassing duodenum.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 28.67 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 12.14 |
| Malpractice RVU | 7.64 |
| Total RVU | 48.45 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$1,618.23
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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