55720 Drainage of prostate abscess
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: prostate abscess drainage, transrectal drainage
Surgical drainage of prostate abscess using transrectal, transurethral, or perineal approach.
Clinical Context
Surgical management of prostate abscess by percutaneous or endoscopic drainage to evacuate infected material.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.54 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 3.91 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.98 |
| Total RVU | 12.43 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$415.16
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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