47715 Excision of bile duct cyst
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: Choledochal cyst excision, cyst resection
Surgical excision of a choledochal cyst (congenital bile duct dilation) with reconstruction of biliary anatomy through choledochoduodenostomy or hepaticojejunostomy.
Clinical Context
Performed for symptomatic or complicated choledochal cysts to prevent cholangitis, cancer risk, and recurrent pancreatitis.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 21.01 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 10.92 |
| Malpractice RVU | 5.61 |
| Total RVU | 37.54 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$1,253.84
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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