48153 Pancreatectomy
Also known as: Distal pancreatectomy with gastrectomy, en bloc resection, Whipple total pancreatectomy
Distal pancreatectomy with en bloc distal gastrectomy and splenectomy for advanced gastric or distal pancreatic cancer with contiguous involvement.
In Plain Language
Removing distal pancreas, part of stomach, and spleen
Clinical Context
Performed for gastric cancer invading distal pancreas or distal pancreatic cancer with gastric invasion.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 51.47 |
| Total RVU | 51.47 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 51.47, this code ranks in the 99th percentile among Surgery codes — 6.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 48153?
CPT 48153 (Pancreatectomy) is a Surgery code. Distal pancreatectomy with en bloc distal gastrectomy and splenectomy for advanced gastric or distal pancreatic cancer with contiguous involvement.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 48153?
The work RVU for CPT 48153 is 51.47. This code is primarily used by General Surgery, Surgical Oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 48153 used?
Performed for gastric cancer invading distal pancreas or distal pancreatic cancer with gastric invasion.
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