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48152 Pancreatectomy

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: Total pancreaticoduodenectomy, extended whipple

Total pancreaticoduodenectomy with en bloc resection of pancreatic head, entire pancreas, duodenum, common bile duct, and regional lymph nodes.

Clinical Context

Performed for extensive pancreatic cancer or when body/tail involvement requires total pancreatic resection.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU47.43
Practice Expense RVU19.90
Malpractice RVU12.70
Total RVU80.03

Est. Medicare Payment

$2,673.00

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

Specialties

Hepatobiliary SurgerySurgical Oncology

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