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53440 Male sling procedure

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: male sling, urethral sling, male continence sling

Surgical placement of a supportive mesh or fascial sling around the male urethra to provide support and restore continence.

Clinical Context

Used to treat stress urinary incontinence in men following prostatectomy, trauma, or neurogenic causes. Sling provides dynamic support to the urethra.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU13.03
Practice Expense RVU5.70
Malpractice RVU1.67
Total RVU20.40

Est. Medicare Payment

$681.36

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

UrologyIncontinence SurgeryMale Urology

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