51080 Drainage of bladder abscess
Also known as: bladder abscess drainage, cystotomy for drainage
Drainage of bladder abscess, percutaneous or surgical drainage of infected fluid collection in bladder wall.
In Plain Language
surgical drainage of bladder infection
Clinical Context
Indicated for bladder abscess from infection, trauma, or retained foreign body. Provides route for continued drainage and medication administration.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.54 |
| Total RVU | 6.54 |
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 6.54, this code ranks in the 43rd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.2x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 51080?
CPT 51080 (Drainage of bladder abscess) is a Surgery code. Drainage of bladder abscess, percutaneous or surgical drainage of infected fluid collection in bladder wall.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 51080?
The work RVU for CPT 51080 is 6.54. This code is primarily used by Urology, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 51080 used?
Indicated for bladder abscess from infection, trauma, or retained foreign body. Provides route for continued drainage and medication administration.
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