CPT Code 55866: Laparoscopy, Surgical Prostatectomy, Retropubic Radical

Robotic assistance is included in CPT code 55866 and is not separately billable. The code specifically covers laparoscopic radical prostatectomy with nerve sparing and includes robotic assistance when performed.

Yes, lymph node dissection is reported separately from CPT 55866. For example, CPT 38571 (laparoscopy with bilateral total pelvic lymphadenectomy) can be billed in addition to 55866 if a pelvic lymph node dissection is performed.

Yes, CPT 55866 is intended for laparoscopic radical prostatectomy, which is performed primarily for prostate cancer treatment. It is not used for simple prostatectomy or benign conditions; those procedures have separate codes such as CPT 55867 for laparoscopic simple prostatectomy.