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52277 Cystoscopy and treatment

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: cysto with urethral stent placement

Cystourethroscopy with endoscopic revision of the urethra and placement of a temporary urethral stent to maintain patency during healing after stricture treatment.

Clinical Context

Stents help maintain urethral patency during healing and may reduce stricture recurrence. Stent must be removed after healing period.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU6.01
Practice Expense RVU1.74
Malpractice RVU0.79
Total RVU8.54

Est. Medicare Payment

$285.24

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Urology

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