55550 Laparoscopic ligate spermatic vein
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: laparoscopic varicocele ligation, lap varicocele repair
Laparoscopic ligation of spermatic vein for high varicocele or internal varicocele repair.
Clinical Context
Minimally invasive laparoscopic repair of high varicocele or internal varicocele by vein ligation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.02 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 3.95 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.91 |
| Total RVU | 11.88 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$396.79
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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