50340 Recipient nephrectomy
Also known as: recipient nephrectomy, native nephrectomy, pretransplant nephrectomy
Surgical removal of the native (patient's own) kidney in a renal transplant recipient to prepare for or facilitate the transplantation.
Clinical Context
Performed when chronic renal disease with uncontrolled hypertension, recurrent infections, or massive proteinuria warrants removal of native kidneys before transplant.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 13.69 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 10.74 |
| Malpractice RVU | 3.65 |
| Total RVU | 28.08 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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