48020 Removal of pancreatic stone
Also known as: Pancreatic stone removal, pancreatic ductotomy, stone extraction
Surgical removal of stones from the pancreatic duct through an open pancreatic duct opening (pancreatic ductotomy) to relieve ductal obstruction.
Clinical Context
Performed for chronic pancreatitis with ductal obstruction and stone disease causing pain, malabsorption, and ductal hypertension.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 18.61 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 9.78 |
| Malpractice RVU | 4.96 |
| Total RVU | 33.35 |
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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