50694 Plmt ureteral stent prq
Also known as: complex stent placement, ureteral stent with intervention, difficult stent placement
Percutaneous placement of a ureteral stent with additional interventions or complexity.
In Plain Language
complex ureter stent placement through skin; challenging internal ureter stent
Clinical Context
Used when ureteral stent placement requires additional technical maneuvers or dealing with complex obstruction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.12 |
| Total RVU | 5.12 |
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 5.12, this code ranks in the 34th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.6x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 50694?
CPT 50694 (Plmt ureteral stent prq) is a Surgery code. Percutaneous placement of a ureteral stent with additional interventions or complexity.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 50694?
The work RVU for CPT 50694 is 5.12. This code is primarily used by Urology, Interventional Radiology.
When is CPT 50694 used?
Used when ureteral stent placement requires additional technical maneuvers or dealing with complex obstruction.
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