47125 Partial removal of liver
Also known as: hepatectomy with thrombectomy, vascular hepatectomy, complex liver resection, hepatectomy left
Partial hepatectomy with subtotal vein thrombectomy or other major vascular intervention.
In Plain Language
removing liver tissue with vascular surgery; liver removal with clot removal
Clinical Context
Performed for hepatic tumors involving hepatic vein or portal vein, requiring concurrent thrombectomy or reconstruction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 51.71 |
| Total RVU | 51.71 |
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 51.71, this code ranks in the 99th percentile among Surgery codes — 6.5x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 47125?
CPT 47125 (Partial removal of liver) is a Surgery code. Partial hepatectomy with subtotal vein thrombectomy or other major vascular intervention.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 47125?
The work RVU for CPT 47125 is 51.71. This code is primarily used by Hepatobiliary Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 47125 used?
Performed for hepatic tumors involving hepatic vein or portal vein, requiring concurrent thrombectomy or reconstruction.
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