58520 Repair of ruptured uterus
Also known as: uterine rupture repair, rupture of uterus repair
Repair of ruptured uterus involves surgical closure of traumatic or spontaneous uterine rupture, typically during pregnancy or labor.
In Plain Language
Uterus tear repair; Uterus rupture surgery
Clinical Context
Obstetric emergency with significant maternal and fetal morbidity/mortality risk. Caused by uterine scar rupture (prior cesarean), excessive labor stimulation, or trauma.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 13.14 |
| Total RVU | 13.14 |
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 13.14, this code ranks in the 68th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.6x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 58520?
CPT 58520 (Repair of ruptured uterus) is a Surgery code. Repair of ruptured uterus involves surgical closure of traumatic or spontaneous uterine rupture, typically during pregnancy or labor.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 58520?
The work RVU for CPT 58520 is 13.14. This code is primarily used by Obstetrics, Maternal-Fetal Medicine. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 58520 used?
Obstetric emergency with significant maternal and fetal morbidity/mortality risk. Caused by uterine scar rupture (prior cesarean), excessive labor stimulation, or trauma.
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