CPT code 54055 covers destruction of a penile skin lesion using high-frequency electric current for conditions such as condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, or herpetic vesicle. This brief, targeted procedure is clinically important for lesion eradication and symptom relief and is performed across ambulatory and outpatient settings. Nationally, the code matters because it affects billing for common dermatologic and urologic office procedures and informs payer coverage and reimbursement for minor operative care.

Key payers in the discussion include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will find a concise overview of the clinical context for the procedure, typical sites of service, and common billing considerations. The report outlines benchmarks and payer coverage patterns where available, summarizes relevant policy considerations and coding guidance, and highlights operative and documentation elements that drive coding accuracy. Data not provided in the input is noted as such where applicable.