54435 Revision of penis
Also known as: minor prosthesis revision, prosthesis adjustment
Revision of penile prosthesis with minor adjustments or limited surgical intervention.
In Plain Language
minor penis implant repair
Clinical Context
Surgical intervention for minor prosthesis malfunction or adjustment requiring limited additional work beyond basic revision.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.64 |
| Total RVU | 6.64 |
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 6.64, this code ranks in the 43rd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.2x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 54435?
CPT 54435 (Revision of penis) is a Surgery code. Revision of penile prosthesis with minor adjustments or limited surgical intervention.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 54435?
The work RVU for CPT 54435 is 6.64. This code is primarily used by Urology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 54435 used?
Surgical intervention for minor prosthesis malfunction or adjustment requiring limited additional work beyond basic revision.
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