54055 Destruction penis lesion(s)
Also known as: cryotherapy of penis, freezing warts
Destruction of benign or malignant lesions of the penis using cryosurgery with liquid nitrogen.
In Plain Language
freezing lesions on penis
Clinical Context
Used for benign lesions like warts or molluscum. Cryotherapy offers controlled depth of destruction with minimal scarring.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.22 |
| Total RVU | 1.22 |
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 10-day global period — follow-up visits within 10 days of the procedure are included in the reimbursement. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 1.22, this code ranks in the 6th percentile among Surgery codes — 6.6x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 54055?
CPT 54055 (Destruction penis lesion(s)) is a Surgery code. Destruction of benign or malignant lesions of the penis using cryosurgery with liquid nitrogen.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 54055?
The work RVU for CPT 54055 is 1.22. This code is primarily used by Urology, Dermatology. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 54055 used?
Used for benign lesions like warts or molluscum. Cryotherapy offers controlled depth of destruction with minimal scarring.
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