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Last Verified: October 2026
Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address moderate-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.
Remove Object From Bladder, An Exam Of The Bladder Using A Scope (Cystourethroscopy). The Procedure Includes Removal Of A Foreign Object Stones Or An Implanted Device From The Bladder Or Upper Urinary Tract.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Urinary System |
| Common Place of Service | 11 - Office 24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center |
| Common Modifiers | None 58 - Staged or related procedure during postoperative period LT - Left side of body |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 52310 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 52310 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 52310 by major payers:
$356.16
$366.52
$428.98
$477.01
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CPT 52310
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Deaconess Hospital, Inc, <Unavail>
Deaconess Hospital Inc
$4,922.00Published rateNorth Houston, Hca Houston Healthcare Tomball
$1,936.00Published rateEndoscopy Center At Ridge Plaza Lp, Endoscopy Center At Medpoint
Endoscopy Center At Med Point
$645.00Published rateApollo Surgical Center LLC
$500.00Published rateNorthwest Texas Surgical Hospital, LLC, Northwest Texas Surgery Center
Northwest Texas Surgical Hospital LLC
$238.47Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 52310 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Urinary System Codes
The CPT 52310 code is part of the Surgery services used for Surgical Procedures on the Urinary System. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.
The CPT 52310 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 52300-CPT | Moderate | Cystourethroscopy With Resect, Cystourethroscopy With Resection Or Fulguration Oforthotopic Ureterocele(S) Unilateral Or Bilateral Cystourethroscopy With Resection Or Fulguration Of |
| 52301-CPT | Moderate | Cystourethroscopy With Resect, Cystourethroscopy With Resection Or Fulguration Of Ectopic Ureterocele(S) Unilateral Or Bilateral Cystourethroscopy With Resection Or Fulguration Of Ectopic |
| 52305-CPT | Moderate | Surgery For Bulge In Bladder, Surgery Aided By A Scope (Cystourethroscopy) To Remove A Bulging Pouch (Diverticulum) From The Bladder. |
| 52310-CPT | Moderate | Remove Object From Bladder, An Exam Of The Bladder Using A Scope (Cystourethroscopy). The Procedure Includes Removal Of A Foreign Object Stones Or An Implanted Device From The Bladder Or Upper Urinary Tract. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 52310. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 52310 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Provider Type
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