53621 Dilate urethra stricture
Also known as: electrocautery urethrotomy, transurethral urethrotomy
Endoscopic dilation of a urethral stricture using urethrotomy with electrocautery to control bleeding and tissue vaporization.
In Plain Language
using heat to open narrow urethra
Clinical Context
Used for strictures with significant bleeding risk. Electrocautery provides hemostasis while cutting tissue.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.32 |
| Total RVU | 1.32 |
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 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 1.32, this code ranks in the 7th percentile among Surgery codes — 6.1x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 53621?
CPT 53621 (Dilate urethra stricture) is a Surgery code. Endoscopic dilation of a urethral stricture using urethrotomy with electrocautery to control bleeding and tissue vaporization.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 53621?
The work RVU for CPT 53621 is 1.32. This code is primarily used by Urology, Endoscopic Surgery, Electrosurgery.
When is CPT 53621 used?
Used for strictures with significant bleeding risk. Electrocautery provides hemostasis while cutting tissue.
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