50234 Removal of kidney & ureter
Also known as: nephroureterectomy, open nephroureterectomy, kidney and ureter removal
Open surgical removal of the kidney and ureter (nephroureterectomy) for a tumor or disease of the upper urinary tract.
Clinical Context
Used for upper urinary tract urothelial carcinoma, infected nonfunctioning kidney with ipsilateral ureteral pathology, and other upper urinary tract malignancies.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 23.45 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 8.14 |
| Malpractice RVU | 3.16 |
| Total RVU | 34.75 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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