48551 Prep donor pancreas
Also known as: Pancreas donor preparation, bench work, graft preparation
Preparation and bench work on a donor pancreatic allograft including perfusion, flushing, and trimming of surrounding tissues prior to transplantation.
In Plain Language
Preparing donor pancreas for transplant
Clinical Context
Performed in transplant laboratory to preserve graft viability and prepare organ for implantation into recipient.
RVU Information
CPT 48551 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
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
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Surgery category, 3% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 48551?
CPT 48551 (Prep donor pancreas) is a Surgery code. Preparation and bench work on a donor pancreatic allograft including perfusion, flushing, and trimming of surrounding tissues prior to transplantation.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 48551?
The work RVU for CPT 48551 is 0.00. This code is primarily used by Transplant Surgery, General Surgery.
When is CPT 48551 used?
Performed in transplant laboratory to preserve graft viability and prepare organ for implantation into recipient.
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