54161 Circum 28 days or older
Also known as: pediatric circumcision, infant circumcision
Circumcision of the prepuce in a child 28 days or older, performed under general anesthesia.
In Plain Language
removing foreskin in child
Clinical Context
Performed in infants and children with phimosis or for cultural reasons. General anesthesia ensures safety in this age group.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.24 |
| Total RVU | 3.24 |
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 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 3.24, this code ranks in the 22nd percentile among Surgery codes — 2.5x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 54161?
CPT 54161 (Circum 28 days or older) is a Surgery code. Circumcision of the prepuce in a child 28 days or older, performed under general anesthesia.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 54161?
The work RVU for CPT 54161 is 3.24. This code is primarily used by Urology, Pediatrics. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 54161 used?
Performed in infants and children with phimosis or for cultural reasons. General anesthesia ensures safety in this age group.
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