47015 Lapt aspiration and/or njx hep prst cyst
Also known as: laparoscopic liver drainage, minimally invasive liver aspiration, laparoscopic cyst aspiration
Laparoscopic aspiration and/or injection of hepatic abscess or cyst. Minimally invasive drainage of liver abscess or cyst contents.
Clinical Context
Performed for accessible hepatic abscesses or cysts using laparoscopic approach. Lower morbidity than open drainage.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 18.04 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 10.20 |
| Malpractice RVU | 4.82 |
| Total RVU | 33.06 |
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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