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 RVU | 29.84 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 15.11 |
| Malpractice RVU | 7.98 |
| Total RVU | 52.93 |
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
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