47534 Plmt biliary drainage catheter
Also known as: Complex percutaneous biliary drainage, PTBD with intervention
Percutaneous placement of a biliary drainage catheter for external drainage with associated interventions such as stone removal, stricture dilation, or multiple levels of drainage.
Clinical Context
Performed when initial drainage is combined with therapeutic interventions like stricture dilation, stone extraction, or management of complex anatomy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.41 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 28.24 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.82 |
| Total RVU | 36.47 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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