57800 Dilation of cervical canal
Also known as: cervical dilation, cervix dilation
Dilation of cervical canal is a procedure to enlarge the cervical opening for diagnosis, treatment of stenosis, or to facilitate other procedures.
In Plain Language
Opening the cervix; Cervix widening
Clinical Context
Performed for cervical stenosis, to facilitate endometrial sampling or hysteroscopy, or as initial step in dilation and curettage procedures.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.75 |
| Total RVU | 0.75 |
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 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 0.75, this code ranks in the 2nd percentile among Surgery codes — 10.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 57800?
CPT 57800 (Dilation of cervical canal) is a Surgery code. Dilation of cervical canal is a procedure to enlarge the cervical opening for diagnosis, treatment of stenosis, or to facilitate other procedures.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 57800?
The work RVU for CPT 57800 is 0.75. This code is primarily used by Gynecology.
When is CPT 57800 used?
Performed for cervical stenosis, to facilitate endometrial sampling or hysteroscopy, or as initial step in dilation and curettage procedures.
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