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55801 Removal of prostate

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: retropubic prostatectomy, radical prostatectomy

Removal of prostate (prostatectomy) via retropubic approach without pelvic lymph node dissection.

Clinical Context

Open surgical removal of prostate for malignancy via retropubic (above pubic bone) approach.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU19.31
Practice Expense RVU7.65
Malpractice RVU2.48
Total RVU29.44

Est. Medicare Payment

$983.30

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

UrologyOncology

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