CPT 56501
Global 010 ActiveDestroy vulva lesions sim
CPT 56501 Billing & Documentation Guide
CPT code 56501 (Destroy vulva lesions sim) is classified under Surgery (Urinary/Reproductive) with a global period indicator of 010. The 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule assigns a work RVU of 1.54, a non-facility practice expense RVU of 3.75, and a malpractice RVU of 0.25, a total non-facility RVU of 5.54 and facility RVU of 3.59. With the current conversion factor of $33.4009, the national average non-facility reimbursement is approximately $190.36, though rates vary from $163.33 to $242.19 based on MAC locality and Geographic Practice Cost Indices (GPCIs).
When billing 56501, ensure documentation supports medical necessity and the specific components required for the code's level of service. For E/M codes, document MDM (medical decision-making) elements: problems addressed, data reviewed, and risk. For procedural codes, document the indication, technique, and any complications. Always verify NCCI edits before bundling 56501 with related codes; this code has 10 PTP bundling relationships on file (see table below).
Payment Status & Global Period
Active code (paid under MPFS)
10-day global period (minor procedure: pre-op day + procedure + 10 days post-op)
MUE Limit (Medically Unlikely Edits)
Submitting more than 1 units of 56501 for the same patient on the same date triggers automatic line denial unless an appropriate modifier and supporting documentation justify the higher quantity.
RVU Breakdown, CPT 56501
| Component | Non-Facility | Facility |
|---|---|---|
| Work RVU | 1.54 | 1.54 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 3.75 | 1.8 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.25 | 0.25 |
| Total RVU | 5.54 | 3.59 |
| Conversion Factor | $33.4009 | |
2026 Medicare Reimbursement by State, CPT 56501
State-level averages across all MAC localities. Non-facility rates typically apply to office-based services; facility rates apply to hospital outpatient / inpatient.
| State | Non-Facility | Facility | Range (Non-Fac) | Localities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | $206.02 | $128.95 | $194.07 - $242.19 | 29 |
| Florida | $193.36 | $128.01 | $183.73 - $202.94 | 3 |
| Georgia | $181 | $118.86 | $173.12 - $188.88 | 2 |
| Illinois | $188.6 | $125.67 | $178.85 - $196.84 | 4 |
| Michigan | $180.81 | $119.65 | $175.22 - $186.39 | 2 |
| North Carolina | $173.63 | $112.87 | $173.63 - $173.63 | 1 |
| New York | $204.96 | $132.3 | $176.3 - $219.16 | 5 |
| Ohio | $174.21 | $114.75 | $174.21 - $174.21 | 1 |
| Pennsylvania | $183.51 | $119.72 | $174.31 - $192.71 | 2 |
| Texas | $182.79 | $118.67 | $173.18 - $191.46 | 8 |
Source: CMS PFSRVU 2026 · Updated 2026-04-01. Full locality-level detail available for all 53 states, contact us for custom reports.
NCCI Bundling Edits, CPT 56501
Procedure-to-procedure (PTP) edits. If you bill any of these codes with 56501 on the same date of service, review the modifier indicator and payer policy before submission.
| Partner Code | Relationship | Modifier Allowed | Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 00940 | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | No | Anesthesia service included in surgical procedure |
| 0213T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | No | Misuse of Column Two code with Column One code |
| 0216T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | No | Misuse of Column Two code with Column One code |
| 0228T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | No | Standards of medical/surgical practice |
| 0230T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | No | Standards of medical/surgical practice |
| 0596T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | Yes | Standards of medical/surgical practice |
| 0597T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | Yes | Standards of medical/surgical practice |
| 0708T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | Yes | Standards of medical/surgical practice |
| 0709T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | Yes | Standards of medical/surgical practice |
| 0903T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | Yes | Misuse of Column Two code with Column One code |
Frequently Asked Questions, CPT 56501
What does CPT code 56501 mean? +
CPT code 56501 represents: Destroy vulva lesions sim. It's in the Surgery (Urinary/Reproductive) category with a global period of 010.
What is the Medicare reimbursement for CPT 56501? +
The 2026 Medicare national average non-facility payment for CPT 56501 is $190.36. Rates range from $163.33 to $242.19 across 53 states depending on MAC locality and GPCIs.
What modifiers can I use with CPT 56501? +
Surgery codes commonly use modifier 22 (increased procedural services), 50 (bilateral), 51 (multiple procedures), 52 (reduced services), 58/78/79 (staged, unplanned return, unrelated within global), 62 (co-surgeons), 80/82 (assistant surgeon), and 59 or the X{EPSU} subset for distinct procedural service.
What bundling edits apply to CPT 56501? +
This code has 10 NCCI PTP bundling relationships. See the NCCI Bundling section below for full list.
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Verified against the CMS 2026 code set on June 2, 2026.
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