57520 Conization of cervix
Also known as: cone biopsy, cervical conization, LEEP, cold knife cone, CKC
Conization of cervix is a procedure in which a cone-shaped portion of cervical tissue is excised, typically using a scalpel, cold knife, or loop electrosurgical excision procedure technique.
In Plain Language
Cone removal from cervix; Cervix cone-shaped tissue removal
Clinical Context
Diagnostic and therapeutic procedure for cervical dysplasia. Provides tissue margins for histopathologic evaluation and removes dysplastic tissue. Indicated for cervical intraepithelial neoplasia grades 1-3.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.01 |
| Total RVU | 4.01 |
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 4.01, this code ranks in the 28th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.0x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 57520?
CPT 57520 (Conization of cervix) is a Surgery code. Conization of cervix is a procedure in which a cone-shaped portion of cervical tissue is excised, typically using a scalpel, cold knife, or loop electrosurgical excision procedure technique.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 57520?
The work RVU for CPT 57520 is 4.01. This code is primarily used by Gynecology, Obstetrics. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 57520 used?
Diagnostic and therapeutic procedure for cervical dysplasia. Provides tissue margins for histopathologic evaluation and removes dysplastic tissue. Indicated for cervical intraepithelial neoplasia grades 1-3.
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