54205 Njx procedures peyronie ds exps plaq
Also known as: injection with plaque excision, Peyronie's disease surgery
Injection of medication into the corpora cavernosa with excision of Peyronie's plaque for treatment of Peyronie's disease.
In Plain Language
injecting and surgically removing Peyronie's plaque
Clinical Context
Used for Peyronie's disease with significant curvature or plaque. Excision combined with injection optimizes straightening.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.75 |
| Total RVU | 8.75 |
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 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 8.75, this code ranks in the 53rd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 54205?
CPT 54205 (Njx procedures peyronie ds exps plaq) is a Surgery code. Injection of medication into the corpora cavernosa with excision of Peyronie's plaque for treatment of Peyronie's disease.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 54205?
The work RVU for CPT 54205 is 8.75. This code is primarily used by Urology, Sexual Medicine, Penile/Urethral Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 54205 used?
Used for Peyronie's disease with significant curvature or plaque. Excision combined with injection optimizes straightening.
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