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48146 Pancreatectomy

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: Total pancreatectomy, pancreatectomy

Surgical removal of the entire pancreas (total pancreatectomy) for extensive disease affecting the entire organ, causing severe malabsorption and diabetes.

Clinical Context

Rarely performed due to severe endocrine and exocrine insufficiency. May be considered for extensive pancreatic cancer or severe pancreatitis.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU29.84
Practice Expense RVU15.11
Malpractice RVU7.98
Total RVU52.93

Est. Medicare Payment

$1,767.86

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

Specialties

General SurgeryHepatobiliary SurgerySurgical Oncology

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.