52235 Cystoscopy and treatment
Also known as: cysto with tumor resection and chemotherapy injection
Cystourethroscopy with resection of bladder tumor and injection of chemotherapy agent directly into the bladder tumor site for local therapeutic effect.
Clinical Context
Used for non-muscle invasive bladder cancer, particularly high-grade disease. Intravesical chemotherapy reduces recurrence and progression risks.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.30 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.64 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.68 |
| Total RVU | 7.62 |
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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