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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.
Surgery For Kidney Drainage, Surgery Aided By A Scope (Cystourethroscopy) To Drain Urine From The Kidneys. The Procedure Creates An Opening Through The Skin To A Kidney.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Urinary System |
| Common Place of Service | 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital 21 - Inpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | None LT - Left side of body RT - Right side of body |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 52334 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 52334 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 52334 by major payers:
$284.34
$293.92
$294.25
$338.14
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CPT 52334
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Aurora Surgery Centers, LLC, Aurora Pleasant Prairie Ambulatory Surgery Center
Aurora Surgery Centers LLC
$7,810.00Published rateLakewood Surgery Center, LLC
Lakewood Surgery Center LLC
$2,257.00Published rateFasa Family Wellness, PLLC
Fasa Family Wellness PLLC
$1,471.00Published rateArkansas Otolaryngology Center, P.A., Aoc Surgery Center, Inc
Arkansas Otolaryngology Center, P.A.
$1,043.00Published rateBattle Creek Endoscopy & Surgery LLC
Battle Creek Endoscopy & Surgery Center PLLC
$640.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 52334 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Urinary System Codes
The CPT 52334 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 52334 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 52327-CPT | Moderate | Cystourethroscopy (Including U, Cystourethroscopy (Including Ureteral Catheterization) Withsubureteric Injection Of Implant Material Cystourethroscopy (Including Ureteral Catheterization) With |
| 52330-CPT | Moderate | Cystourethroscopy (Including U, Cystourethroscopy (Including Ureteral Catheterization) Withmanipulation Without Removal Of Ureteral Calculus Cystourethroscopy (Including Ureteral Catheterization) With |
| 52332-CPT | Moderate | Insert Urinary Tract Support, Bladder Exam Using A Scope (Cystourethroscope) To Insert A Support Device (Stent). The Stent Holds Open The Upper Part Of The Urinary Tract Between The Kidneys And The Bladder. |
| 52334-CPT | Moderate | Surgery For Kidney Drainage, Surgery Aided By A Scope (Cystourethroscopy) To Drain Urine From The Kidneys. The Procedure Creates An Opening Through The Skin To A Kidney. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 52334. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 52334 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Geographic Location
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Provider Type
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