37790 Penile venous occlusion
Also known as: Penile venous occlusion, Venous ligation, Penile vein surgery
Surgical procedure for penile venous occlusion, performed to trap blood in the corpora cavernosa and maintain rigidity.
In Plain Language
Blocking vein in penis; Surgery for erectile dysfunction
Clinical Context
Performed for venogenic erectile dysfunction caused by excessive venous drainage from the penis despite normal arterial inflow.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.22 |
| Total RVU | 8.22 |
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 8.22, this code ranks in the 51st percentile among Surgery codes — 1.0x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 37790?
CPT 37790 (Penile venous occlusion) is a Surgery code. Surgical procedure for penile venous occlusion, performed to trap blood in the corpora cavernosa and maintain rigidity.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 37790?
The work RVU for CPT 37790 is 8.22. This code is primarily used by Urology, Vascular Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 37790 used?
Performed for venogenic erectile dysfunction caused by excessive venous drainage from the penis despite normal arterial inflow.
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