47145 Prep donor liver lobe split
Also known as: split-lobe preparation, lobe-split procurement, bilobe split graft
Preparation of donor liver for split-lobe procurement. Graft preparation dividing liver into left and right lobes.
In Plain Language
preparing a donor liver split into left and right lobes; split-lobe graft preparation
Clinical Context
Performed to divide deceased donor liver for living donor (right lobe) and adult recipient (left lobe).
RVU Information
CPT 47145 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 47145?
CPT 47145 (Prep donor liver lobe split) is a Surgery code. Preparation of donor liver for split-lobe procurement. Graft preparation dividing liver into left and right lobes.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 47145?
The work RVU for CPT 47145 is 0.00. This code is primarily used by Transplant Surgery.
When is CPT 47145 used?
Performed to divide deceased donor liver for living donor (right lobe) and adult recipient (left lobe).
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