52214 Cystoscopy and treatment
Also known as: cysto with tumor fulguration, cysto with bladder tumor ablation
Cystourethroscopy with fulguration (cauterization) of bladder tumors, typically small low-grade transitional cell carcinomas, using electrocautery through the scope.
Clinical Context
Treatment for non-muscle invasive bladder cancer and small benign bladder lesions. Lowest risk approach for low-grade Ta/T1 tumors.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.41 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 17.94 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.43 |
| Total RVU | 21.78 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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