58951 Resection ovarian malignancy
Also known as: TAH-BSO with staging, ovarian cancer staging with hysterectomy
Resection of ovarian malignancy with bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy (Total Abdominal Hysterectomy with Bilateral Salpingo-Oophorectomy staging), omentectomy, and peritoneal staging.
In Plain Language
removing ovarian cancer with uterus and both ovaries
Clinical Context
Comprehensive staging surgery for ovarian cancer in postmenopausal women or those desiring hysterectomy, includes complete assessment of peritoneal surfaces.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 23.65 |
| Total RVU | 23.65 |
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 23.65, this code ranks in the 87th percentile among Surgery codes — 3.0x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 58951?
CPT 58951 (Resection ovarian malignancy) is a Surgery code. Resection of ovarian malignancy with bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy (Total Abdominal Hysterectomy with Bilateral Salpingo-Oophorectomy staging), omentectomy, and peritoneal staging.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 58951?
The work RVU for CPT 58951 is 23.65. This code is primarily used by Obstetrics and Gynecology, Gynecologic Oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 58951 used?
Comprehensive staging surgery for ovarian cancer in postmenopausal women or those desiring hysterectomy, includes complete assessment of peritoneal surfaces.
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