58956 Bso omentectomy with tah
Also known as: TAH-BSO-omentectomy, TAH-BSO with oment
Bilateral Salpingo-Oophorectomy (BSO) with omentectomy and Total Abdominal Hysterectomy (TAH) performed in a single procedure for benign or malignant pathology.
In Plain Language
removing uterus, ovaries, and fatty abdominal membrane
Clinical Context
Combined removal of female reproductive organs and omentum (membrane) for ovarian cancer staging or endometriosis treatment.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 22.23 |
| Total RVU | 22.23 |
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 22.23, this code ranks in the 85th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.8x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 58956?
CPT 58956 (Bso omentectomy with tah) is a Surgery code. Bilateral Salpingo-Oophorectomy (BSO) with omentectomy and Total Abdominal Hysterectomy (TAH) performed in a single procedure for benign or malignant pathology.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 58956?
The work RVU for CPT 58956 is 22.23. This code is primarily used by Obstetrics and Gynecology, Gynecologic Oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 58956 used?
Combined removal of female reproductive organs and omentum (membrane) for ovarian cancer staging or endometriosis treatment.
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