50045 Nephrotomy with exploration
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: nephrotomy with exploration, kidney exploration, renal exploration
Nephrotomy (kidney incision) with exploration of kidney parenchyma for calculus, mass, or other pathology.
Clinical Context
Surgical incision and exploration of kidney parenchyma to evaluate for stone, mass, or other pathology. Used when diagnostic imaging is inconclusive.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 16.40 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.62 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.11 |
| Total RVU | 25.13 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$839.34
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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