43645 Laparoscopic gastric bypass incl smll i
Also known as: lap Roux-en-Y bypass, laparoscopic intestinal rerouting, revised bypass
Laparoscopic gastric bypass with small intestine reconstruction, including revision of prior gastric bypass.
Clinical Context
Used for primary or revision bariatric cases with small intestinal involvement. May include revision of inadequate weight loss or complications from prior bypass.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 30.74 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 12.59 |
| Malpractice RVU | 8.11 |
| Total RVU | 51.44 |
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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