53621 Dilate urethra stricture
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: electrocautery urethrotomy, transurethral urethrotomy
Endoscopic dilation of a urethral stricture using urethrotomy with electrocautery to control bleeding and tissue vaporization.
Clinical Context
Used for strictures with significant bleeding risk. Electrocautery provides hemostasis while cutting tissue.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.32 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 3.51 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.17 |
| Total RVU | 5.00 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$167.00
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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