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50592 Percutaneous rf ablate renal tumor

Surgery Global 10d

Also known as: percutaneous RFA, RF ablation, percutaneous thermal ablation

Percutaneous radiofrequency ablation of a renal tumor using thermal energy for tumor destruction.

Clinical Context

Used for small renal masses (typically less than 4-5 centimeters) in patients with medical comorbidities or solitary kidneys.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU6.39
Practice Expense RVU71.42
Malpractice RVU0.69
Total RVU78.50

Est. Medicare Payment

$2,621.90

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

UrologyInterventional RadiologyOncology

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