52301 Cystoscopy and treatment
Also known as: cysto with bladder neck and ureteral treatment
Cystourethroscopy with resection or dilation of bladder neck contracture with concurrent ureteral stricture treatment, addressing multiple obstructive lesions.
In Plain Language
fixing tight bladder and kidney tube connections
Clinical Context
Used when both bladder outlet and ureteral strictures coexist, allowing comprehensive endoscopic treatment in single procedure.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.36 |
| Total RVU | 5.36 |
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 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 5.36, this code ranks in the 36th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.5x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 52301?
CPT 52301 (Cystoscopy and treatment) is a Surgery code. Cystourethroscopy with resection or dilation of bladder neck contracture with concurrent ureteral stricture treatment, addressing multiple obstructive lesions.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 52301?
The work RVU for CPT 52301 is 5.36. This code is primarily used by Urology.
When is CPT 52301 used?
Used when both bladder outlet and ureteral strictures coexist, allowing comprehensive endoscopic treatment in single procedure.
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