47543 Endoluminal biopsy biliary tree
Also known as: Biliary biopsy, tissue diagnosis, cholangiobiopsy
Endoluminal biopsy of the biliary tree to obtain tissue samples from the bile ducts for diagnostic evaluation of strictures, masses, or suspicious lesions.
In Plain Language
Taking tissue samples from bile ducts
Clinical Context
Used to diagnose cholangiocarcinoma, primary sclerosing cholangitis, or differentiate benign from malignant strictures. Guides treatment decisions.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.93 |
| Total RVU | 2.93 |
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. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 2.93, this code ranks in the 20th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 47543?
CPT 47543 (Endoluminal biopsy biliary tree) is a Surgery code. Endoluminal biopsy of the biliary tree to obtain tissue samples from the bile ducts for diagnostic evaluation of strictures, masses, or suspicious lesions.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 47543?
The work RVU for CPT 47543 is 2.93. This code is primarily used by Interventional Radiology, Hepatobiliary Surgery, Pathology.
When is CPT 47543 used?
Used to diagnose cholangiocarcinoma, primary sclerosing cholangitis, or differentiate benign from malignant strictures. Guides treatment decisions.
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