53444 Insert tandem cuff
Also known as: tandem cuff insertion, dual cuff AUS, artificial urinary sphincter tandem
Surgical insertion of a tandem cuff (dual cuff system) of an artificial urinary sphincter for treatment of severe stress urinary incontinence.
In Plain Language
double cuff bladder control device; dual cuff implant for leaking
Clinical Context
Indicated for severe stress incontinence when single cuff artificial urinary sphincter proves insufficient. Provides enhanced continence mechanism.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 13.84 |
| Total RVU | 13.84 |
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 13.84, 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 53444?
CPT 53444 (Insert tandem cuff) is a Surgery code. Surgical insertion of a tandem cuff (dual cuff system) of an artificial urinary sphincter for treatment of severe stress urinary incontinence.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 53444?
The work RVU for CPT 53444 is 13.84. This code is primarily used by Urology, Incontinence Surgery, Implant Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 53444 used?
Indicated for severe stress incontinence when single cuff artificial urinary sphincter proves insufficient. Provides enhanced continence mechanism.
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