50540 Revision of horseshoe kidney
Also known as: horseshoe kidney repair, renal fusion correction, horseshoe kidney division
Surgical revision or correction of a horseshoe kidney (congenital fusion of the two kidneys at the lower poles).
In Plain Language
surgical correction of fused kidneys; divided kidney surgery
Clinical Context
Used when horseshoe kidney causes symptoms such as obstruction, recurrent infection, or stone disease. May involve division at the isthmus.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 20.57 |
| Total RVU | 20.57 |
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 20.57, 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 50540?
CPT 50540 (Revision of horseshoe kidney) is a Surgery code. Surgical revision or correction of a horseshoe kidney (congenital fusion of the two kidneys at the lower poles).
What is the wRVU value for CPT 50540?
The work RVU for CPT 50540 is 20.57. This code is primarily used by Urology, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 50540 used?
Used when horseshoe kidney causes symptoms such as obstruction, recurrent infection, or stone disease. May involve division at the isthmus.
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