CPT 56820
Colposcopy vulva
CPT 56820 at a glance
- Code
- 56820
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Colposcopy vulva
- Category
- ASC Surgical
- ASC eligibility
- ASC-eligible (surgical)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24); also commonly performed in an office or clinic (POS 11).
- Medicare ASC rate
- $70.49 national · 2026Q2
What is CPT code 56820?
CPT 56820 is a CPT/HCPCS procedure code. Its official short descriptor is "Colposcopy vulva". In the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Surgical.
Is CPT 56820 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 56820 can be performed in a certified ambulatory surgery center.
Where is CPT 56820 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24); also commonly performed in an office or clinic (POS 11).
What is the Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 56820?
The national Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 56820 is $70.49 (CMS ASC Payment System, 2026Q2). This is the national, unadjusted amount published by CMS; 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 56820?
CPT 56820 is most associated with Obstetrics & Gynecology.
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.