50290 Excision perinephric cyst
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: perinephric cyst excision, perirenal cyst removal, cyst resection
Surgical excision of a perinephric cyst (cyst outside the kidney capsule but within the perirenal space).
Clinical Context
Used for symptomatic perinephric cysts causing flank pain, obstruction, or infection. Usually requires careful dissection to avoid renal vessel injury.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 15.75 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.48 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.02 |
| Total RVU | 24.25 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$809.95
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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