47001 Needle biopsy lvr tm oth maj procedures
Also known as: intraoperative liver biopsy, needle biopsy during surgery, concurrent liver sampling
Needle biopsy of liver obtained during other major procedure. Simultaneous liver biopsy performed concurrently with abdominal surgery.
Clinical Context
Performed during abdominal surgery for concurrent liver evaluation when hepatic pathology discovered intraoperatively.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.85 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 0.45 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.47 |
| Total RVU | 2.77 |
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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