53440 Male sling procedure
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.
In Plain Language
urethra support surgery for leaking; male incontinence sling
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 RVU | 13.03 |
| Total RVU | 13.03 |
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 13.03, this code ranks in the 68th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.6x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 53440?
CPT 53440 (Male sling procedure) is a Surgery code. Surgical placement of a supportive mesh or fascial sling around the male urethra to provide support and restore continence.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 53440?
The work RVU for CPT 53440 is 13.03. This code is primarily used by Urology, Incontinence Surgery, Male Urology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 53440 used?
Used to treat stress urinary incontinence in men following prostatectomy, trauma, or neurogenic causes. Sling provides dynamic support to the urethra.
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