50576 Kidney endoscopy & treatment
Also known as: retrograde endoscopy with therapy, ureteroscopic intervention, transurethral renal intervention
Transurethral endoscopy of the kidney (retrograde endoscopy) with additional therapeutic intervention.
In Plain Language
kidney treatment with camera through urine opening; ureteroscopic treatment
Clinical Context
Used for retrograde treatment of upper urinary tract pathology with endoscopic therapeutic procedures.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 10.70 |
| Total RVU | 10.70 |
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 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 10.70, this code ranks in the 61st percentile among Surgery codes — 1.3x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 50576?
CPT 50576 (Kidney endoscopy & treatment) is a Surgery code. Transurethral endoscopy of the kidney (retrograde endoscopy) with additional therapeutic intervention.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 50576?
The work RVU for CPT 50576 is 10.70. This code is primarily used by Urology.
When is CPT 50576 used?
Used for retrograde treatment of upper urinary tract pathology with endoscopic therapeutic procedures.
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