CPT code 55200 represents insertion of a tube into the vas deferens to assess and, if needed, relieve obstruction that may impair male fertility. This microsurgical diagnostic/operative procedure is an important part of urologic and reproductive care when evaluating obstructive azoospermia or other causes of impaired sperm transport. Nationally, it matters because it guides clinical decision-making around fertility preservation, downstream fertility interventions, and surgical management of obstructive causes.

Key payers discussed include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will find a concise overview of clinical context and typical sites of service, along with the kinds of benchmarks and policy items commonly examined for this code—coverage patterns, payment considerations, and documentation elements that affect claim adjudication. The publication also outlines relevant clinical indications, expected service complexity, and where this procedure fits in care pathways for male fertility evaluation.

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