53275 Repair of urethra defect
Also known as: urethral defect repair
Surgical repair of urethral defect through primary closure, flap formation, or grafting to restore urethral continuity.
In Plain Language
repairing hole in urethra
Clinical Context
Used for partial urethral defects from trauma or prior surgery. Aims to restore urethral continuity.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.46 |
| Total RVU | 4.46 |
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 10-day global period — follow-up visits within 10 days of the procedure are included in the reimbursement. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 4.46, this code ranks in the 30th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.8x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 53275?
CPT 53275 (Repair of urethra defect) is a Surgery code. Surgical repair of urethral defect through primary closure, flap formation, or grafting to restore urethral continuity.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 53275?
The work RVU for CPT 53275 is 4.46. This code is primarily used by Urology. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 53275 used?
Used for partial urethral defects from trauma or prior surgery. Aims to restore urethral continuity.
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