51925 Hysterectomy/bladder repair
Also known as: hysterectomy with bladder repair, hysterectomy with bladder fistula repair
Combined hysterectomy with surgical repair of a bladder defect or fistula in a single operative session. May be performed when bladder injury is recognized intraoperatively during hysterectomy.
In Plain Language
removal of uterus while fixing bladder damage; uterus removal and bladder repair combined
Clinical Context
Used when unsuspected bladder involvement is discovered during hysterectomy or when bladder defect must be addressed concurrent with uterine removal. Requires urogynecologic expertise.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 17.09 |
| Total RVU | 17.09 |
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 17.09, this code ranks in the 77th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 51925?
CPT 51925 (Hysterectomy/bladder repair) is a Surgery code. Combined hysterectomy with surgical repair of a bladder defect or fistula in a single operative session. May be performed when bladder injury is recognized intraoperatively during hysterectomy.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 51925?
The work RVU for CPT 51925 is 17.09. This code is primarily used by Gynecologic Surgery, Urology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 51925 used?
Used when unsuspected bladder involvement is discovered during hysterectomy or when bladder defect must be addressed concurrent with uterine removal. Requires urogynecologic expertise.
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