50610 Removal of ureter stone
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: open ureterolithotomy, ureteral stone removal, open stone extraction
Surgical removal of a calculus (stone) from the ureter through an open incision (ureterolithotomy).
Clinical Context
Used when stones cannot be removed by endoscopic means or when anatomy precludes other approaches.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 16.82 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.37 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.16 |
| Total RVU | 25.35 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$846.69
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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