48154 Pancreatectomy
Also known as: Extended pancreaticoduodenectomy, en bloc resection
Pancreaticoduodenectomy with en bloc resection of additional organs (duodenum, spleen, or distal stomach) required due to tumor invasion.
In Plain Language
Removing pancreas head with additional organs
Clinical Context
Performed for locally advanced pancreatic head cancer with vascular or organ invasion requiring multi-organ resection.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 47.66 |
| Total RVU | 47.66 |
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 47.66, this code ranks in the 99th percentile among Surgery codes — 6.0x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 48154?
CPT 48154 (Pancreatectomy) is a Surgery code. Pancreaticoduodenectomy with en bloc resection of additional organs (duodenum, spleen, or distal stomach) required due to tumor invasion.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 48154?
The work RVU for CPT 48154 is 47.66. This code is primarily used by Hepatobiliary Surgery, Surgical Oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 48154 used?
Performed for locally advanced pancreatic head cancer with vascular or organ invasion requiring multi-organ resection.
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