53520 Repair of urethra defect
Also known as: augmented urethral repair, grafted urethroplasty
Surgical repair of a urethral defect, typically involving tissue augmentation with mucosal graft or other tissue material.
In Plain Language
fixing urethra with tissue patch
Clinical Context
Used for urethral defects with tissue loss or strictures requiring graft material. Commonly uses buccal mucosa or other autografts.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.24 |
| Total RVU | 9.24 |
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 9.24, this code ranks in the 56th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 53520?
CPT 53520 (Repair of urethra defect) is a Surgery code. Surgical repair of a urethral defect, typically involving tissue augmentation with mucosal graft or other tissue material.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 53520?
The work RVU for CPT 53520 is 9.24. This code is primarily used by Urology, Reconstructive Surgery, Grafting Procedures. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 53520 used?
Used for urethral defects with tissue loss or strictures requiring graft material. Commonly uses buccal mucosa or other autografts.
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