47362 Repair liver wound
Also known as: liver debridement, hepatic resection for injury, devitalized tissue removal
Repair of liver wound with resection of devitalized or necrotic tissue. Hepatic debridement and wound closure.
In Plain Language
removing dead liver tissue from injury and closing wound; liver debridement and repair
Clinical Context
Performed for liver wounds with devitalized tissue requiring resection for hemostasis and healing.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 22.95 |
| Total RVU | 22.95 |
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 22.95, this code ranks in the 86th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.9x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 47362?
CPT 47362 (Repair liver wound) is a Surgery code. Repair of liver wound with resection of devitalized or necrotic tissue. Hepatic debridement and wound closure.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 47362?
The work RVU for CPT 47362 is 22.95. This code is primarily used by Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 47362 used?
Performed for liver wounds with devitalized tissue requiring resection for hemostasis and healing.
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