50240 Nephrectomy partial
Also known as: partial nephrectomy, nephron-sparing surgery, partial kidney removal
Partial nephrectomy (partial surgical removal of the kidney) preserving the remaining renal parenchyma for benign or malignant disease.
In Plain Language
surgical removal of part of kidney; kidney-sparing kidney surgery
Clinical Context
Used for renal cell carcinoma in solitary kidneys, bilateral disease, hereditary syndromes (Von Hippel-Lindau), chronic kidney disease, or when adequate renal function must be preserved.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 23.60 |
| Total RVU | 23.60 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 23.60, this code ranks in the 87th percentile among Surgery codes — 3.0x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 50240?
CPT 50240 (Nephrectomy partial) is a Surgery code. Partial nephrectomy (partial surgical removal of the kidney) preserving the remaining renal parenchyma for benign or malignant disease.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 50240?
The work RVU for CPT 50240 is 23.60. This code is primarily used by Urology, Oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 50240 used?
Used for renal cell carcinoma in solitary kidneys, bilateral disease, hereditary syndromes (Von Hippel-Lindau), chronic kidney disease, or when adequate renal function must be preserved.
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