50320 Remove kidney living donor
Also known as: living donor nephrectomy, donor nephrectomy, kidney donation surgery
Surgical removal and procurement of a kidney from a living donor for renal transplantation.
In Plain Language
surgical removal of kidney from living donor; donor kidney removal
Clinical Context
Used for living related or unrelated kidney donation. Open approach versus laparoscopic approach depends on donor anatomy and surgeon preference.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 21.87 |
| Total RVU | 21.87 |
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 21.87, this code ranks in the 85th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.7x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 50320?
CPT 50320 (Remove kidney living donor) is a Surgery code. Surgical removal and procurement of a kidney from a living donor for renal transplantation.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 50320?
The work RVU for CPT 50320 is 21.87. This code is primarily used by Urology, Transplant Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 50320 used?
Used for living related or unrelated kidney donation. Open approach versus laparoscopic approach depends on donor anatomy and surgeon preference.
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