CPT code 54115 covers surgical removal of a penile implant or any foreign body lodged in the deep tissues of the penis. Nationally, this code represents a specialized urologic surgical service often performed in hospital operating rooms or ambulatory surgical centers when device complications, infection, mechanical failure, or other adverse events require explantation. The code matters because it captures resource-intensive, specialty surgical care with implications for surgical scheduling, device tracking, and postoperative management.

Key payers commonly involved in coverage for this service include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will find a concise explanation of clinical context, expected site-of-service settings, and the role of this code in coding workflows. The publication provides benchmarks and policy-relevant context where available, highlights common billing modifiers and use cases, and summarizes considerations for claims submission and payer adjudication. Data not available in the input is noted and not inferred.