54660 Revision of testis
Also known as: orchiopexy revision, testis revision
Revision surgery of testis or orchiopexy to correct prior inadequate fixation or repositioning.
In Plain Language
testicle repositioning
Clinical Context
Surgical revision when prior orchiopexy fails or testis requires repositioning due to torsion recurrence or inadequate fixation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.60 |
| Total RVU | 5.60 |
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 5.60, this code ranks in the 37th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.4x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 54660?
CPT 54660 (Revision of testis) is a Surgery code. Revision surgery of testis or orchiopexy to correct prior inadequate fixation or repositioning.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 54660?
The work RVU for CPT 54660 is 5.60. This code is primarily used by Urology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 54660 used?
Surgical revision when prior orchiopexy fails or testis requires repositioning due to torsion recurrence or inadequate fixation.
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