50725 Release/revise ureter
Also known as: ureterolysis with revision, ureteral release and repair, adhesiolysis with revision
Ureterolysis with revision of the ureter, surgically freeing the ureter and reconstructing it to restore normal anatomy and function.
In Plain Language
freeing and reshaping the ureter
Clinical Context
Indicated when ureterolysis alone is insufficient and the ureter requires reconstruction due to stricture, kinking, or structural abnormality.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 19.70 |
| Total RVU | 19.70 |
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 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 19.70, this code ranks in the 82nd percentile among Surgery codes — 2.5x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 50725?
CPT 50725 (Release/revise ureter) is a Surgery code. Ureterolysis with revision of the ureter, surgically freeing the ureter and reconstructing it to restore normal anatomy and function.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 50725?
The work RVU for CPT 50725 is 19.70. This code is primarily used by Urology, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 50725 used?
Indicated when ureterolysis alone is insufficient and the ureter requires reconstruction due to stricture, kinking, or structural abnormality.
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