CPT 54860
Removal of epididymis
Last reviewed August 2026 · DataLily AI data team
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CPT 54860 at a glance
- Code
- 54860
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Removal of epididymis
- Category
- ASC Surgical
- ASC eligibility
- ASC-eligible (surgical)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
- Medicare ASC rate
- $1,723.02 national · 2026Q2
What is CPT code 54860?
CPT 54860 is a CPT/HCPCS procedure code for removal of epididymis. Its official short descriptor is "Removal of epididymis". In the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Surgical.
Is CPT 54860 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 54860 can be performed in a certified ambulatory surgery center.
Where is CPT 54860 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
What is the Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 54860?
The national Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 54860 is $1,723.02 (Medicare ASC Payment System, 2026Q2). This is the national, unadjusted Medicare amount; the amount an individual ambulatory surgery center is paid is adjusted for local wage index and may differ. It reflects Medicare's facility payment only and does not include the surgeon's professional fee.
Which specialties use CPT 54860?
CPT 54860 is most associated with Urology.
Reference information about ASC eligibility and typical procedure setting. Codes, descriptors, and ASC-eligibility status change over time. This is a coding reference, not billing, coding, or legal advice. Always verify against current guidance and individual payer policy before scheduling or billing. CPT is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Read the DataLily AI data methodology.