50500 Repair of kidney wound
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: kidney repair, renal laceration repair, nephrorraphy
Primary repair of a kidney wound or laceration caused by trauma, iatrogenic injury, or other cause.
Clinical Context
Used for blunt or penetrating renal trauma. Preservation of renal function is the goal. Repair feasibility depends on injury grade and vascular supply.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 20.69 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 10.02 |
| Malpractice RVU | 5.53 |
| Total RVU | 36.24 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$1,210.42
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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