47010 Hepatot opn drainage absc/cyst 1/2
Also known as: liver abscess drainage, hepatic cyst drainage, open liver drainage
Hepatotomy with opening and drainage of hepatic abscess or cyst. Surgical incision of liver for drainage of infected or fluid-filled cavity.
In Plain Language
surgically opening the liver to drain an abscess or cyst; draining an infected liver collection
Clinical Context
Performed for large liver abscesses or cysts not amenable to percutaneous drainage. Often for multiple loculations.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 18.92 |
| Total RVU | 18.92 |
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. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 18.92, this code ranks in the 80th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 47010?
CPT 47010 (Hepatot opn drainage absc/cyst 1/2) is a Surgery code. Hepatotomy with opening and drainage of hepatic abscess or cyst. Surgical incision of liver for drainage of infected or fluid-filled cavity.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 47010?
The work RVU for CPT 47010 is 18.92. This code is primarily used by General Surgery, Hepatobiliary Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 47010 used?
Performed for large liver abscesses or cysts not amenable to percutaneous drainage. Often for multiple loculations.
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