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CPT 47125: Hepatectomy, Left Lobe Resection
CPT code 47125 represents a major hepatic surgical procedure — left lobectomy with hepatectomy — used to remove diseased or damaged liver tissue for conditions such as metastatic malignancy, large benign tumors, or traumatic injury. This code is clinically significant because hepatectomy is a high-cost, high-acuity inpatient surgical service with implications for surgical staffing, perioperative care pathways, and payer coverage policies across the country. Key national payers in this analysis include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare.
Readers will find a concise overview of the clinical context and typical site of service, plus operational and billing considerations relevant to hospitals and surgical practices. The publication summarizes reimbursement and utilization benchmarks where available, common modifier usage, and payer policy themes that affect authorization and claims adjudication. It also highlights clinical and administrative issues important to coding accuracy, documentation of medical necessity, and postoperative resource use. Data not available in the input is noted where applicable.
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Billing Code Overview
CPT code 47125 describes a hepatectomy with total resection of the left lobe of the liver, a surgical procedure to remove part of the liver. Clinical indications may include metastatic cancer, hepatic adenomas, large hemangioma, or massive hepatic trauma necessitating resection.
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Service type: Major surgical resection of hepatic tissue (hepatectomy)
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Typical site of service: Inpatient hospital operating room with postoperative inpatient recovery