39200 Resection mediastinal cyst
Also known as: mediastinal cyst resection, cyst excision
Surgical resection of a mediastinal cyst, which is an abnormal fluid-filled cavity within the mediastinum (central chest cavity). The entire cyst is removed.
In Plain Language
removing a fluid-filled pocket in the chest
Clinical Context
Indicated for symptomatic mediastinal cysts causing compression of vital structures, recurrent infection, or suspected malignancy. Often discovered incidentally on imaging.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 14.71 |
| Total RVU | 14.71 |
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 14.71, this code ranks in the 72nd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.8x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 39200?
CPT 39200 (Resection mediastinal cyst) is a Surgery code. Surgical resection of a mediastinal cyst, which is an abnormal fluid-filled cavity within the mediastinum (central chest cavity). The entire cyst is removed.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 39200?
The work RVU for CPT 39200 is 14.71. This code is primarily used by Thoracic Surgery, General Surgery, Surgical Oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 39200 used?
Indicated for symptomatic mediastinal cysts causing compression of vital structures, recurrent infection, or suspected malignancy. Often discovered incidentally on imaging.
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