53040 Drainage of urethra abscess
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: urethral abscess drainage
Surgical drainage of urethral abscess with incision and exploration of surrounding tissue, allowing therapeutic decompression and control of infection.
Clinical Context
Treatment for urethral infection with abscess formation. Often associated with stricture disease.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.39 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 3.64 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.82 |
| Total RVU | 10.85 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$362.39
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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