47801 Placement bile duct support
Also known as: Stent placement during reconstruction, internal stent, hepatic duct stent
Placement of a supportive stent or tube within reconstructed bile ducts to maintain patency during healing and reduce stricture formation.
In Plain Language
Placing tube in reconstructed bile ducts
Clinical Context
Performed as adjunct to bile duct reconstruction to support healing, prevent leak, and maintain ductal diameter during tissue remodeling.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 17.16 |
| Total RVU | 17.16 |
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. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 17.16, this code ranks in the 78th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 47801?
CPT 47801 (Placement bile duct support) is a Surgery code. Placement of a supportive stent or tube within reconstructed bile ducts to maintain patency during healing and reduce stricture formation.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 47801?
The work RVU for CPT 47801 is 17.16. This code is primarily used by Hepatobiliary Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 47801 used?
Performed as adjunct to bile duct reconstruction to support healing, prevent leak, and maintain ductal diameter during tissue remodeling.
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