CPT code 47147 represents a specialized transplant surgery technique: attaching an artery graft to an arterial segment on a liver graft to create a single, appropriately sized artery for subsequent anastomosis to the recipient’s artery. This procedure is integral to liver transplantation when native graft arterial anatomy requires modification or extension to facilitate vascular connection and optimal perfusion. Nationally, the code matters because it captures a critical intraoperative vascular reconstruction step that affects surgical complexity, resource use, and claims adjudication for transplant centers.

Key payers included in this analysis are Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will find an overview of clinical context for CPT code 47147, common coding considerations, and typical sites of service. The publication summarizes benchmarks where available, outlines relevant policy and reimbursement considerations affecting transplant services, and provides practical guidance on documentation elements that support accurate coding and medical necessity review.

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