74485 Dilation urtr/urt rs & i
Also known as: ureteral dilation, urethral dilation, fluoroscopic dilation
Fluoroscopic radiographic guidance and imaging during dilation of a narrowed ureteral or urethral segment to restore normal urinary flow.
In Plain Language
X-ray guided urethra/ureter widening; guided urinary tract dilation
Clinical Context
Real-time fluoroscopic guidance during percutaneous or endoscopic dilation of ureteral and urethral strictures to relieve obstruction and restore normal flow.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.81 |
| Total RVU | 0.81 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
Radiology codes require a written order, clinical indication, and a formal interpretation report. The professional component (modifier -26) and technical component (modifier -TC) may be billed separately.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 0.81, this code ranks in the 51st percentile among Radiology codes — exactly at the median. The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 74485?
CPT 74485 (Dilation urtr/urt rs & i) is a Radiology code. Fluoroscopic radiographic guidance and imaging during dilation of a narrowed ureteral or urethral segment to restore normal urinary flow.
Who uses CPT code 74485?
CPT 74485 is used by Radiology, Urology. Real-time fluoroscopic guidance during percutaneous or endoscopic dilation of ureteral and urethral strictures to relieve obstruction and restore normal flow.
When is CPT 74485 used?
Real-time fluoroscopic guidance during percutaneous or endoscopic dilation of ureteral and urethral strictures to relieve obstruction and restore normal flow.
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