57511 Cryocautery of cervix
Also known as: cryotherapy, cervical cryosurgery, cryoablation
Cryocautery of cervix uses extreme cold (liquid nitrogen or cryoprobe) to destroy abnormal cervical tissue through freezing.
Clinical Context
Used for treatment of cervical dysplasia, human papillomavirus-related lesions, and benign cervical polyps. Common modality for cervical intraepithelial neoplasia grade 1 treatment.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.90 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 3.45 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.34 |
| Total RVU | 5.69 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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