50434 Convert nephrostomy catheter
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: nephrostomy conversion, externalization conversion, stent conversion
Conversion of a percutaneous nephrostomy (external drainage) to an internal ureteral stent for internal drainage only.
Clinical Context
Used after successful treatment of obstruction to eliminate external drainage and allow internal drainage only.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.66 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 21.83 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.41 |
| Total RVU | 25.90 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$865.06
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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