55821 Removal of prostate
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: perineal prostatectomy, radical perineal prostatectomy
Removal of prostate via perineal approach (perineal prostatectomy) without lymph node dissection.
Clinical Context
Open surgical removal of prostate via perineal approach for malignancy in selected candidates.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 14.80 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 5.90 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.91 |
| Total RVU | 22.61 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$755.17
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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