51800 Revision of bladder/urethra
Also known as: bladder neck revision, bladder outlet revision
Revision of bladder and urethra, reconstruction of bladder and urethral junction for dysfunction or obstruction.
In Plain Language
surgical repair of bladder and urinary opening
Clinical Context
Performed for bladder outlet obstruction, incontinence, or anatomic abnormality at bladder-urethral junction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 18.42 |
| Total RVU | 18.42 |
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 18.42, this code ranks in the 80th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.3x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 51800?
CPT 51800 (Revision of bladder/urethra) is a Surgery code. Revision of bladder and urethra, reconstruction of bladder and urethral junction for dysfunction or obstruction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 51800?
The work RVU for CPT 51800 is 18.42. This code is primarily used by Urology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 51800 used?
Performed for bladder outlet obstruction, incontinence, or anatomic abnormality at bladder-urethral junction.
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