CPT code 54640 represents an orchiopexy using an inguinal and/or scrotal approach to mobilize and fix undescended testicle(s) into the scrotum. Nationally, this code covers a common pediatric and urologic surgical procedure that addresses cryptorchidism, with implications for fertility preservation, malignancy risk reduction, and standardization of surgical coding and payment. Payers commonly applying policies to this code include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare.

Readers will find a concise overview of clinical context and typical sites of care, plus a summary of payer coverage patterns and commonly associated billing modifiers. The publication outlines benchmarks for utilization and reimbursement where available, summarizes relevant policy updates that affect coding and preauthorization, and provides practical coding notes to improve claim accuracy. The content is intended for clinicians, coding professionals, and revenue cycle staff seeking a national perspective on billing for orchiopexy procedures represented by CPT code 54640.

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