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.
In Plain Language
taking a liver sample during another operation; liver biopsy during surgery
Clinical Context
Performed during abdominal surgery for concurrent liver evaluation when hepatic pathology discovered intraoperatively.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.85 |
| Total RVU | 1.85 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 1.85, this code ranks in the 12th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.3x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 47001?
CPT 47001 (Needle biopsy lvr tm oth maj procedures) is a Surgery code. Needle biopsy of liver obtained during other major procedure. Simultaneous liver biopsy performed concurrently with abdominal surgery.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 47001?
The work RVU for CPT 47001 is 1.85. This code is primarily used by Hepatology, General Surgery.
When is CPT 47001 used?
Performed during abdominal surgery for concurrent liver evaluation when hepatic pathology discovered intraoperatively.
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