55725 Drainage of prostate abscess
Also known as: prostate abscess drainage extensive, complex abscess drainage
Surgical drainage of prostate abscess with extensive dissection and excision of necrotic tissue.
In Plain Language
prostate infection drainage with extensive surgery
Clinical Context
Complex prostate abscess drainage with debridement of infected or necrotic tissue.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.80 |
| Total RVU | 9.80 |
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 9.80, this code ranks in the 58th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 55725?
CPT 55725 (Drainage of prostate abscess) is a Surgery code. Surgical drainage of prostate abscess with extensive dissection and excision of necrotic tissue.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 55725?
The work RVU for CPT 55725 is 9.80. This code is primarily used by Urology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 55725 used?
Complex prostate abscess drainage with debridement of infected or necrotic tissue.
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