47143 Prep donor liver whole
Also known as: donor liver preparation, whole liver procurement, liver graft preparation
Preparation of donor liver (whole liver). In situ or ex vivo perfusion and preparation of whole liver graft.
In Plain Language
preparing a whole donor liver for transplant; liver graft preparation
Clinical Context
Performed during organ recovery to prepare whole liver graft with preservation solutions and assessment.
RVU Information
CPT 47143 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
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
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Surgery category, 3% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 47143?
CPT 47143 (Prep donor liver whole) is a Surgery code. Preparation of donor liver (whole liver). In situ or ex vivo perfusion and preparation of whole liver graft.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 47143?
The work RVU for CPT 47143 is 0.00. This code is primarily used by Transplant Surgery.
When is CPT 47143 used?
Performed during organ recovery to prepare whole liver graft with preservation solutions and assessment.
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