47721 Fuse upper gi structures
Also known as: Choledochojejunostomy with gastrojejunostomy, combined bypass
Surgical creation of an internal anastomosis between the gallbladder (or hepatic/common bile duct) and jejunum with gastrojejunostomy for combined biliary and gastric outlet obstruction.
Clinical Context
Performed for combined biliary and gastric outlet obstruction from malignancy or benign disease, allowing single-stage surgical palliation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 21.44 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 11.03 |
| Malpractice RVU | 5.73 |
| Total RVU | 38.20 |
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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