50323 Prep cadaver renal allograft
Also known as: cadaver graft preparation, donor kidney prep, allograft workup
Preparation and evaluation of a cadaveric renal allograft (deceased donor kidney) for transplantation including vascular and ureteral preparation.
In Plain Language
preparation of deceased donor kidney for transplant; donor kidney preparation
Clinical Context
Performed in the operating room to prepare the cadaveric kidney for implantation including evaluation of vascular structures, ureteral patency, and tissue viability.
RVU Information
CPT 50323 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 50323?
CPT 50323 (Prep cadaver renal allograft) is a Surgery code. Preparation and evaluation of a cadaveric renal allograft (deceased donor kidney) for transplantation including vascular and ureteral preparation.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 50323?
The work RVU for CPT 50323 is 0.00. This code is primarily used by Transplant Surgery, Urology.
When is CPT 50323 used?
Performed in the operating room to prepare the cadaveric kidney for implantation including evaluation of vascular structures, ureteral patency, and tissue viability.
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