50300 Remove cadaver donor kidney
Also known as: cadaveric kidney procurement, donor nephrectomy, organ retrieval
Surgical removal and procurement of a kidney from a cadaveric (deceased) organ donor for transplantation purposes.
In Plain Language
surgical removal of kidney from deceased donor; donor organ removal
Clinical Context
Used in deceased donor kidney transplant programs. Organ quality and procurement technique are critical for transplant success.
RVU Information
CPT 50300 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
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. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Surgery category, 3% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 50300?
CPT 50300 (Remove cadaver donor kidney) is a Surgery code. Surgical removal and procurement of a kidney from a cadaveric (deceased) organ donor for transplantation purposes.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 50300?
The work RVU for CPT 50300 is 0.00. This code is primarily used by Urology, Transplant Surgery.
When is CPT 50300 used?
Used in deceased donor kidney transplant programs. Organ quality and procurement technique are critical for transplant success.
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