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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 RVU20.69
Practice Expense RVU10.02
Malpractice RVU5.53
Total RVU36.24

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

Trauma SurgeryUrologyGeneral Surgery

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.