52346 Cystouretero with renal strict
Also known as: cysto with comprehensive ureteral stricture treatment
Cystoureteroendoscopy with treatment of renal pelvic stricture combined with other ureteral stricture management to relieve high-grade upper urinary tract obstruction.
In Plain Language
fixing kidney area stricture with other levels
Clinical Context
Complex reconstruction requiring combined antegrade and retrograde approaches. Success dependent on stricture location and extent.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.37 |
| Total RVU | 8.37 |
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 8.37, this code ranks in the 52nd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.0x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 52346?
CPT 52346 (Cystouretero with renal strict) is a Surgery code. Cystoureteroendoscopy with treatment of renal pelvic stricture combined with other ureteral stricture management to relieve high-grade upper urinary tract obstruction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 52346?
The work RVU for CPT 52346 is 8.37. This code is primarily used by Urology.
When is CPT 52346 used?
Complex reconstruction requiring combined antegrade and retrograde approaches. Success dependent on stricture location and extent.
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