51820 Revision of urinary tract
Also known as: lower urinary tract revision, urinary tract reconstruction
Revision of urinary tract including bladder and/or urethra, reconstruction of lower urinary tract for dysfunction.
In Plain Language
surgical repair of bladder and urethra
Clinical Context
Performed for lower urinary tract dysfunction, obstruction, or incontinence. More extensive than isolated bladder neck repair.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 19.10 |
| Total RVU | 19.10 |
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 19.10, this code ranks in the 81st percentile among Surgery codes — 2.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 51820?
CPT 51820 (Revision of urinary tract) is a Surgery code. Revision of urinary tract including bladder and/or urethra, reconstruction of lower urinary tract for dysfunction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 51820?
The work RVU for CPT 51820 is 19.10. This code is primarily used by Urology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 51820 used?
Performed for lower urinary tract dysfunction, obstruction, or incontinence. More extensive than isolated bladder neck repair.
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