52640 Relieve bladder contracture
Also known as: cysto with bladder contracture relief
Transurethral approach to relief of bladder contracture or reduced bladder compliance through dilation, incision, or resection of fibrotic bladder tissue.
In Plain Language
relaxing tight bladder
Clinical Context
Used for bladder contracture from radiation, chemotherapy, or chronic irritation. Often combined with augmentation cystoplasty.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.67 |
| Total RVU | 4.67 |
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 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 4.67, this code ranks in the 32nd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 52640?
CPT 52640 (Relieve bladder contracture) is a Surgery code. Transurethral approach to relief of bladder contracture or reduced bladder compliance through dilation, incision, or resection of fibrotic bladder tissue.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 52640?
The work RVU for CPT 52640 is 4.67. This code is primarily used by Urology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 52640 used?
Used for bladder contracture from radiation, chemotherapy, or chronic irritation. Often combined with augmentation cystoplasty.
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