47140 Partial removal donor liver
Also known as: partial donor hepatectomy, living donor hepatectomy, right lobe hepatectomy
Partial hepatectomy from living or deceased donor for transplantation. Removal of liver lobe or segment for graft.
In Plain Language
removing part of a donor's liver for transplant; partial liver donation
Clinical Context
Performed for living donor liver transplantation (typically right lobe) or partial graft from deceased donor.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 57.92 |
| Total RVU | 57.92 |
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 57.92, this code ranks in the 99th percentile among Surgery codes — 7.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 47140?
CPT 47140 (Partial removal donor liver) is a Surgery code. Partial hepatectomy from living or deceased donor for transplantation. Removal of liver lobe or segment for graft.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 47140?
The work RVU for CPT 47140 is 57.92. This code is primarily used by Transplant Surgery, Hepatobiliary Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 47140 used?
Performed for living donor liver transplantation (typically right lobe) or partial graft from deceased donor.
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