48150 Partial removal of pancreas
Also known as: Whipple procedure, pancreaticoduodenectomy, PD
Pancreaticoduodenectomy (Whipple procedure) involving en bloc removal of the pancreatic head, duodenum, and common bile duct with reconstruction of biliary and gastric continuity.
Clinical Context
Standard resection for pancreatic head cancer, ampullary cancer, bile duct cancer. Complex procedure with significant morbidity.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 51.52 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 21.52 |
| Malpractice RVU | 12.92 |
| Total RVU | 85.96 |
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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