51865 Repair of bladder wound
Also known as: complex bladder repair, bladder reconstruction
Repair of bladder wound with more extensive dissection or complex closure technique, complicated bladder injury repair.
In Plain Language
surgical repair of complicated bladder injury
Clinical Context
Complex bladder defect requiring extensive reconstruction or layered closure. Often for intraperitoneal rupture.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 15.41 |
| Total RVU | 15.41 |
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 15.41, this code ranks in the 74th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.9x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 51865?
CPT 51865 (Repair of bladder wound) is a Surgery code. Repair of bladder wound with more extensive dissection or complex closure technique, complicated bladder injury repair.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 51865?
The work RVU for CPT 51865 is 15.41. This code is primarily used by Urology, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 51865 used?
Complex bladder defect requiring extensive reconstruction or layered closure. Often for intraperitoneal rupture.
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