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48540 Fuse pancreas cyst and bowel

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: Cystojejunostomy, jejunal cyst drainage

Surgical creation of an internal anastomosis between a pancreatic cyst and the small intestine (cyst-enterostomy) using jejunum for long-term drainage.

Clinical Context

Performed for symptomatic pancreatic pseudocysts. Jejunal approach preferred over gastric for larger cysts and lower risk of reflux.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU21.39
Practice Expense RVU9.43
Malpractice RVU5.72
Total RVU36.54

Est. Medicare Payment

$1,220.44

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

Specialties

General SurgeryHepatobiliary Surgery

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