48400 Injection intraop add-on
Also known as: Intraoperative injection, dye injection, contrast injection
Intraoperative injection of contrast or dye to facilitate visualization and identification of pancreatic anatomy, ducts, or islet cells during surgical procedure.
In Plain Language
Injecting dye or contrast during pancreas surgery
Clinical Context
Used to identify pancreatic ducts, locate islet cells for partial pancreatectomy, or confirm anatomic integrity.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.90 |
| Total RVU | 1.90 |
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. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 1.90, this code ranks in the 13th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.2x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 48400?
CPT 48400 (Injection intraop add-on) is a Surgery code. Intraoperative injection of contrast or dye to facilitate visualization and identification of pancreatic anatomy, ducts, or islet cells during surgical procedure.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 48400?
The work RVU for CPT 48400 is 1.90. This code is primarily used by General Surgery, Hepatobiliary Surgery.
When is CPT 48400 used?
Used to identify pancreatic ducts, locate islet cells for partial pancreatectomy, or confirm anatomic integrity.
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