50382 Change ureter stent percut
Also known as: percutaneous stent exchange, PCS exchange, stent change
Percutaneous change (exchange) of an indwelling ureteral stent under fluoroscopic guidance through the percutaneous nephrostomy tract.
In Plain Language
replacement of kidney drainage tube through needle; stent replacement through skin
Clinical Context
Used for routine stent maintenance, stent migration, or occlusion. Performed as outpatient procedure under fluoroscopy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.12 |
| Total RVU | 5.12 |
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 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 5.12, this code ranks in the 34th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.6x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 50382?
CPT 50382 (Change ureter stent percut) is a Surgery code. Percutaneous change (exchange) of an indwelling ureteral stent under fluoroscopic guidance through the percutaneous nephrostomy tract.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 50382?
The work RVU for CPT 50382 is 5.12. This code is primarily used by Urology, Interventional Radiology.
When is CPT 50382 used?
Used for routine stent maintenance, stent migration, or occlusion. Performed as outpatient procedure under fluoroscopy.
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