47490 Incision of gallbladder
Surgery
Global 10d
Also known as: Percutaneous cholecystostomy, gallbladder puncture
Surgical incision of the gallbladder for exploration or drainage, typically as a percutaneous procedure or open approach to address acute pathology.
Clinical Context
Used for acute cholecystitis in high-risk patients, sepsis, or when urgent decompression is needed prior to definitive cholecystectomy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.64 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 3.80 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.49 |
| Total RVU | 8.93 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$298.26
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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