48510 Drainage pancreatic pseudocyst
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: Pancreatic pseudocyst drainage, cystojejunostomy
Surgical drainage of a pancreatic pseudocyst by creating an internal fistula between the cyst and small intestine (cyst-enterostomy) for long-term decompression.
Clinical Context
Performed for symptomatic pancreatic pseudocysts causing pain or obstruction. Provides long-term internal drainage.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 16.76 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 10.01 |
| Malpractice RVU | 4.48 |
| Total RVU | 31.25 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$1,043.75
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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