48556 Removal allograft pancreas
Also known as: Pancreas graft removal, pancreatic allograft removal
Surgical removal of a pancreatic allograft from a transplant recipient due to rejection, infection, thrombosis, or other graft failure.
In Plain Language
Removing a failed transplanted pancreas
Clinical Context
Performed for pancreatic graft failure from chronic rejection, acute rejection, infection, or vascular thrombosis.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 18.98 |
| Total RVU | 18.98 |
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 18.98, this code ranks in the 80th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 48556?
CPT 48556 (Removal allograft pancreas) is a Surgery code. Surgical removal of a pancreatic allograft from a transplant recipient due to rejection, infection, thrombosis, or other graft failure.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 48556?
The work RVU for CPT 48556 is 18.98. This code is primarily used by Transplant Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 48556 used?
Performed for pancreatic graft failure from chronic rejection, acute rejection, infection, or vascular thrombosis.
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