58822 Drainage ovary abscess percut
Also known as: percutaneous abscess drainage, image-guided drainage, needle drainage
Percutaneous drainage of an ovarian abscess under imaging guidance (ultrasound or Computed Tomography) without open surgery.
In Plain Language
needle drainage of infected pocket
Clinical Context
Minimally invasive approach for accessible abscesses, often done as first-line treatment in stable patients with imaging confirmation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 11.51 |
| Total RVU | 11.51 |
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 11.51, this code ranks in the 64th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 58822?
CPT 58822 (Drainage ovary abscess percut) is a Surgery code. Percutaneous drainage of an ovarian abscess under imaging guidance (ultrasound or Computed Tomography) without open surgery.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 58822?
The work RVU for CPT 58822 is 11.51. This code is primarily used by Obstetrics and Gynecology, Interventional Radiology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 58822 used?
Minimally invasive approach for accessible abscesses, often done as first-line treatment in stable patients with imaging confirmation.
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