55862 Extensive prostate surgery
Also known as: TURP with fistula closure, transurethral resection complex
Extensive prostate surgery with transurethral resection and fistula closure or complex urinary reconstruction.
In Plain Language
prostate surgery with reconstruction
Clinical Context
Extended prostate surgery involving endoscopic resection with concurrent fistula management or urinary reconstruction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 19.54 |
| Total RVU | 19.54 |
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 19.54, this code ranks in the 81st percentile among Surgery codes — 2.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 55862?
CPT 55862 (Extensive prostate surgery) is a Surgery code. Extensive prostate surgery with transurethral resection and fistula closure or complex urinary reconstruction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 55862?
The work RVU for CPT 55862 is 19.54. This code is primarily used by Urology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 55862 used?
Extended prostate surgery involving endoscopic resection with concurrent fistula management or urinary reconstruction.
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