52265 Cystoscopy and treatment
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: cysto with cold biopsy, cysto with cold snare resection
Cystourethroscopy with cold cup biopsy or cold snare procedure for removal of bladder lesions without thermal energy, minimizing mucosal trauma.
Clinical Context
Used for small benign lesions or diagnostic biopsies where thermal injury should be minimized. Reduced risk of bladder perforation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.87 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 7.05 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.42 |
| Total RVU | 10.34 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$345.36
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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