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55840 Extensive prostate surgery

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: complex RP, RP with complications

Extensive prostate surgery with retropubic prostatectomy and lymph node dissection with complications or complex pathology.

Clinical Context

Extensive retropubic prostatectomy with lymphadenectomy in setting of large tumor or complex anatomy.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU20.83
Practice Expense RVU7.74
Malpractice RVU2.72
Total RVU31.29

Est. Medicare Payment

$1,045.09

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

Specialties

UrologyOncology

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