55530 Revise spermatic cord veins
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: varicocele ligation, varicocele repair
Revision of spermatic cord veins (varicocele repair) with ligation or embolization.
Clinical Context
Surgical repair of varicocele (enlarged spermatic vein) by ligation through inguinal or subinguinal approach.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.61 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 3.44 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.73 |
| Total RVU | 9.78 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$326.65
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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