50020 drainage perirnl/renal absc open
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: renal abscess drainage, perinephric drainage, kidney abscess drainage
Open drainage of perinephric or renal abscess with incision and drainage.
Clinical Context
Open surgical drainage of perinephric or renal abscess. Used for infected collections around or within kidney not amenable to percutaneous drainage.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 17.63 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 7.53 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.27 |
| Total RVU | 27.43 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$916.16
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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