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53855 Insert prostate urethral stent

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: prostatic urethral stent insertion, UroLume stent, permanent stent

Transurethral insertion of a permanent or semi-permanent prostatic urethral stent to relieve obstruction from benign prostatic hyperplasia.

Clinical Context

Used for benign prostatic hyperplasia in patients unable or unwilling to undergo standard procedures. Self-expanding metal stent maintains patency.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU1.60
Practice Expense RVU17.77
Malpractice RVU0.21
Total RVU19.58

Est. Medicare Payment

$653.97

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

UrologyMinimally Invasive SurgeryStent Placement

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