53400 Revise urethra stage 1
Also known as: two-stage urethroplasty stage 1, graft-based urethroplasty
First stage of staged urethroplasty for severe urethral stricture, typically involving urethral mobilization, stricture excision, and graft harvesting without primary anastomosis.
In Plain Language
first surgery for major urethral reconstruction
Clinical Context
Used for extensive strictures, those with significant spongiofibrosis, or complex post-traumatic cases. Allows tissue incorporation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 13.78 |
| Total RVU | 13.78 |
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 13.78, this code ranks in the 70th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.7x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 53400?
CPT 53400 (Revise urethra stage 1) is a Surgery code. First stage of staged urethroplasty for severe urethral stricture, typically involving urethral mobilization, stricture excision, and graft harvesting without primary anastomosis.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 53400?
The work RVU for CPT 53400 is 13.78. This code is primarily used by Urology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 53400 used?
Used for extensive strictures, those with significant spongiofibrosis, or complex post-traumatic cases. Allows tissue incorporation.
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