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47554 Biliary endoscopy thru skin

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: Percutaneous cholangioscopic stone removal, POCS lithotripsy

Percutaneous endoscopy of the biliary tree with therapeutic stone removal or lithotripsy to eliminate calculi obstructing the bile ducts.

Clinical Context

Used for intrahepatic or residual choledochal stones, especially large stones that cannot be removed by balloon or basket.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU8.82
Practice Expense RVU1.80
Malpractice RVU1.25
Total RVU11.87

Est. Medicare Payment

$396.46

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

Specialties

Interventional RadiologyHepatobiliary Surgery

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