50500 Repair of kidney wound
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.
In Plain Language
surgical repair of kidney injury; stitching of kidney laceration
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 |
| Total RVU | 20.69 |
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 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 20.69, this code ranks in the 83rd percentile among Surgery codes — 2.6x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 50500?
CPT 50500 (Repair of kidney wound) is a Surgery code. Primary repair of a kidney wound or laceration caused by trauma, iatrogenic injury, or other cause.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 50500?
The work RVU for CPT 50500 is 20.69. This code is primarily used by Trauma Surgery, Urology, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 50500 used?
Used for blunt or penetrating renal trauma. Preservation of renal function is the goal. Repair feasibility depends on injury grade and vascular supply.
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