43653 Laparoscopy gastrostomy
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: lap PEG, laparoscopic G-tube, lap gastrostomy tube
Laparoscopic gastrostomy (percutaneous endoscopic access) tube placement for enteral nutrition support.
Clinical Context
Provision of long-term enteral nutrition in patients unable to eat. Laparoscopic approach often used when endoscopic placement fails or is contraindicated.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.27 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.49 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.16 |
| Total RVU | 16.92 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$565.13
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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