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 RVU | 6.39 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 71.42 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.69 |
| Total RVU | 78.50 |
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
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