50693 Plmt ureteral stent prq
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: percutaneous stent placement, PCS placement, internal stent
Percutaneous placement of a ureteral stent (double J stent or similar) under fluoroscopic or ultrasound guidance.
Clinical Context
Used for internal drainage of obstructed ureter when percutaneous external drainage alone is insufficient.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.86 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 24.06 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.42 |
| Total RVU | 28.34 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$946.56
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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