51705 Change of bladder tube
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: catheter change, Foley change, catheter replacement
Change of bladder tube or catheter, removal and replacement of existing indwelling catheter.
Clinical Context
Routine procedure for catheter maintenance, obstruction, or scheduled replacement.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.88 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 2.03 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.12 |
| Total RVU | 3.03 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$101.20
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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