53515 Repair of urethra injury
Also known as: mobilization urethroplasty, augmented urethroplasty
Surgical repair of a urethral stricture using a tissue mobilization approach with or without graft material to widen the urethra.
In Plain Language
fixing narrow urethra by moving tissue or using graft
Clinical Context
Indicated for strictures in areas where transection risks erectile dysfunction or loss of sensation. Allows tissue rearrangement without division.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 13.86 |
| Total RVU | 13.86 |
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 13.86, 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 53515?
CPT 53515 (Repair of urethra injury) is a Surgery code. Surgical repair of a urethral stricture using a tissue mobilization approach with or without graft material to widen the urethra.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 53515?
The work RVU for CPT 53515 is 13.86. This code is primarily used by Urology, Uroplasty, Reconstructive Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 53515 used?
Indicated for strictures in areas where transection risks erectile dysfunction or loss of sensation. Allows tissue rearrangement without division.
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