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CPT Code 53200: Overview
This code is used for a biopsy of the urethra, a procedure in which a tissue sample is taken from the urethra for diagnostic purposes. It’s typically performed to evaluate abnormalities such as strictures, lesions, or suspected malignancies in the urethral area.
CPT Code 50220: Overview
This code is used for a surgical procedure involving the removal of a kidney (nephrectomy). It may also include the partial removal of the ureter and, if necessary, a rib resection. This open surgical approach is used for various conditions, including kidney cancer, severe kidney damage, or other renal diseases.
CPT Code 54500: Overview
This code is used for a needle biopsy of the testis. It’s a diagnostic procedure performed to obtain a small tissue sample from the testis, typically for the evaluation of conditions like infertility or to diagnose testicular masses or tumors.
CPT Code 52000: Overview
This code is used for a cystourethroscopy, which is an endoscopic procedure that allows a physician to examine the bladder and the urethra. It’s typically performed for diagnostic purposes and can also be used for various therapeutic interventions. As a “separate procedure,” it is often performed independently of other services.