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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.

In Plain Language

draining pus from urethra

Clinical Context

Treatment for urethral infection with abscess formation. Often associated with stricture disease.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU6.39
Total RVU6.39

Est. Medicare Payment

$213.43

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 6.39, this code ranks in the 42nd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.3x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.

Specialties

Urology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 53040?

CPT 53040 (Drainage of urethra abscess) is a Surgery code. Surgical drainage of urethral abscess with incision and exploration of surrounding tissue, allowing therapeutic decompression and control of infection.

What is the wRVU value for CPT 53040?

The work RVU for CPT 53040 is 6.39. This code is primarily used by Urology. It has a 90-day global period.

When is CPT 53040 used?

Treatment for urethral infection with abscess formation. Often associated with stricture disease.

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