58953 Tah radiation dissect for debulk
Also known as: TAH-BSO radical dissection debulk, cytoreductive surgery
Total Abdominal Hysterectomy with Bilateral Salpingo-Oophorectomy (TAH-BSO), radical dissection, and cytoreductive surgery for advanced ovarian malignancy with optional omentectomy for cancer debulking.
In Plain Language
removing uterus and ovaries with extensive cancer removal
Clinical Context
Aggressive surgical approach for advanced ovarian cancer (Stage III-IV) to achieve optimal cytoreduction and minimize residual disease.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 33.28 |
| Total RVU | 33.28 |
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 33.28, this code ranks in the 94th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 58953?
CPT 58953 (Tah radiation dissect for debulk) is a Surgery code. Total Abdominal Hysterectomy with Bilateral Salpingo-Oophorectomy (TAH-BSO), radical dissection, and cytoreductive surgery for advanced ovarian malignancy with optional omentectomy for cancer debulking.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 58953?
The work RVU for CPT 58953 is 33.28. This code is primarily used by Obstetrics and Gynecology, Gynecologic Oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 58953 used?
Aggressive surgical approach for advanced ovarian cancer (Stage III-IV) to achieve optimal cytoreduction and minimize residual disease.
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