53449 Repair uro sphincter
Also known as: AUS repair, sphincter repair, AUS adjustment
Surgical repair or adjustment of a previously implanted artificial urinary sphincter to restore or improve continence mechanism function.
Clinical Context
Performed when artificial urinary sphincter develops leakage, insufficient closure, or mechanical dysfunction amenable to repair without complete replacement.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 10.30 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 5.12 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.33 |
| Total RVU | 16.75 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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