Urology RVU Calculator
The Urology RVU Calculator converts urology CPT codes into Work RVU, Practice Expense RVU, and Malpractice RVU. Urology billing spans office E&M visits, diagnostic procedures (cystoscopy, urodynamics, prostate biopsy), endoscopic procedures (ureteroscopy with lithotripsy), and major surgeries (nephrectomy, radical prostatectomy, cystectomy). Office-based urology procedures carry high non-facility PE RVU values. Built on 2026 CMS Medicare Physician Fee Schedule data with a conversion factor of $33.40.
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The Urology RVU Calculator converts urology CPT codes into Work RVU, Practice Expense RVU, and Malpractice RVU. Urology billing spans office E&M visits, diagnostic procedures (cystoscopy, urodynamics, prostate biopsy), endoscopic procedures (ureteroscopy with lithotripsy), and major surgeries (nephr...
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Urology RVU Calculator - CPT Code Reference
Click any bar to load the CPT code into the Urology RVU Calculator above. All Work RVU values reflect 2026 CMS Medicare Physician Fee Schedule data.
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How to Use the Urology RVU Calculator
Follow 4 steps to calculate RVUs and estimate Medicare reimbursement for urology rvu calculator services.
Enter CPT Code
Type any CPT code or search by description. The autocomplete shows wRVU values from the 2026 CMS Medicare Physician Fee Schedule. Use the chart above to find common specialty codes.
Select Place of Service
Choose Facility (hospital, ASC) or Non-Facility (office, independent clinic). The place of service directly determines the Practice Expense RVU applied to your calculation.
Adjust Units and GPCI
Enter the number of units performed. Adjust the GPCI for your geographic region. High-cost regions (NYC, SF, Boston) use GPCI values above 1.0 that increase Medicare payment.
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Analyze the Work RVU, PE RVU, and Malpractice RVU breakdown with estimated Medicare payment. Use the bulk calculator below to analyze a full session or annual procedure mix.
Urology RVU Calculator - RVU by CPT Code
Complete CPT code database with sortable Work RVU, PE RVU, and Malpractice RVU values. Filter by category and search by code or description. All data reflects 2026 CMS Medicare Physician Fee Schedule values.
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Urology RVU Calculator - Bulk wRVU Calculator
Urology combines high-volume outpatient procedures with office E&M and major surgical procedures. MGMA data shows median urologist wRVU production of 7,500-9,500 wRVUs per year.
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Urology wRVU Benchmarks
Urology combines high-volume outpatient procedures with office E&M and major surgical procedures. MGMA data shows median urologist wRVU production of 7,500-9,500 wRVUs per year.
Urology wRVU Benchmarks (MGMA 2024)
7,500-9,500 wRVUs/year. Mix of outpatient procedures, cystoscopy, prostate biopsy, and office E&M visits.
9,000-12,000 wRVUs/year. Radical prostatectomy, nephrectomy, and cystectomy carry very high wRVU values per case.
8,000-11,000 wRVUs/year. High-volume ureteroscopy (52320-52356), percutaneous nephrolithotomy, and lithotripsy procedures.
6,000-8,500 wRVUs/year. Pediatric surgical procedures carry variable wRVU values; hypospadias repair and orchiopexy are common high-volume procedures.
Urology combines high-volume outpatient procedures with office E&M and major surgical procedures. MGMA data shows median urologist wRVU production of 7,500-9,500 wRVUs per year.
Urology RVU Calculator - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the wRVU for cystoscopy?
Basic cystourethroscopy (CPT 52000) carries 1.82 wRVU in a facility setting. Office-based cystoscopy (non-facility) includes higher PE RVU for equipment ownership (6.10 non-facility vs 0.88 facility). Cystoscopy with ureteral catheterization (52005) adds wRVU. Flexible cystoscopy codes have been restructured - urologists should verify current code assignments for their specific procedure.
What is the typical wRVU for a prostate biopsy?
Prostate biopsy codes have been restructured. Prostate biopsy via transperineal approach (CPT 55700-55706 range) carries significant wRVU values. MRI-fusion prostate biopsy (CPT 55874) for targeted transperineal prostate biopsy carries 3.29 wRVU. Ultrasound-guided prostate biopsy codes require the imaging guidance component coded separately. Consult the current CMS MPFS for exact 2026 values.
How is urodynamic testing billed in urology?
Urodynamic testing codes (51726-51797) measure bladder function. Comprehensive urodynamics (CPT 51728) carries significant wRVU for the procedure and interpretation. Office-based urodynamics carry high non-facility PE RVU for equipment ownership (multi-channel urodynamics equipment). These procedures are commonly performed in urology offices and generate consistent wRVU production from an established patient panel.
What urology procedure carries the highest wRVU?
Major oncologic urology procedures carry the highest wRVU values: Radical cystectomy (CPT 51575, female) carries approximately 30+ wRVU. Radical prostatectomy (CPT 55840-55845, open/robotic) carries 30-35 wRVU. These major cancer operations are similar in wRVU to cardiac bypass surgery and total joint replacement. High-volume robotic surgery programs generate substantial per-case wRVU production.
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