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47370 Laparoscopic ablate liver tumor rf

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: laparoscopic radiofrequency ablation, laparoscopic RFA, minimally invasive liver ablation

Laparoscopic ablation of liver tumor using radiofrequency energy. Minimally invasive thermal destruction of hepatic lesion.

Clinical Context

Performed for hepatocellular carcinoma or metastases less than 5 centimeters. Lower morbidity than resection.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU20.28
Practice Expense RVU9.66
Malpractice RVU5.16
Total RVU35.10

Est. Medicare Payment

$1,172.34

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Hepatobiliary SurgeryOncology

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