52345 Cysto/uretero with up stricture
Also known as: cysto with multilevel ureteral stricture treatment
Cystoureteroendoscopy with treatment of distal ureteral stricture combined with middle ureteral or ureteropelvic junction stricture management.
In Plain Language
fixing strictures at multiple ureteral levels
Clinical Context
Complex cases requiring expertise in managing multiple stricture sites. Often requires combination of endoscopic and percutaneous approaches.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.36 |
| Total RVU | 7.36 |
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 7.36, this code ranks in the 47th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 52345?
CPT 52345 (Cysto/uretero with up stricture) is a Surgery code. Cystoureteroendoscopy with treatment of distal ureteral stricture combined with middle ureteral or ureteropelvic junction stricture management.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 52345?
The work RVU for CPT 52345 is 7.36. This code is primarily used by Urology.
When is CPT 52345 used?
Complex cases requiring expertise in managing multiple stricture sites. Often requires combination of endoscopic and percutaneous approaches.
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