47371 Laparoscopic ablate liver cryosurg
Also known as: laparoscopic cryoablation, laparoscopic cryosurgery, minimally invasive liver freezing
Laparoscopic ablation of liver tumor using cryosurgery. Minimally invasive freezing destruction of hepatic lesion.
In Plain Language
freezing a liver tumor using a scope; laparoscopic cryosurgical ablation
Clinical Context
Performed for hepatic tumors, particularly colorectal metastases. Allows cryoprobes to be placed under laparoscopic visualization.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 20.28 |
| Total RVU | 20.28 |
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 20.28, this code ranks in the 82nd percentile among Surgery codes — 2.5x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 47371?
CPT 47371 (Laparoscopic ablate liver cryosurg) is a Surgery code. Laparoscopic ablation of liver tumor using cryosurgery. Minimally invasive freezing destruction of hepatic lesion.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 47371?
The work RVU for CPT 47371 is 20.28. This code is primarily used by Hepatobiliary Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 47371 used?
Performed for hepatic tumors, particularly colorectal metastases. Allows cryoprobes to be placed under laparoscopic visualization.
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