50800 Implant ureter in bowel
Also known as: ureterosigmoidostomy, ureteral implant to bowel, ileal conduit alternative
Ureterosigmoidostomy, surgical implantation of the ureter into the sigmoid colon, creating an alternative pathway for urine drainage into the bowel.
Clinical Context
Used for bladder dysfunction or extirpation where bowel urinary diversion is needed. Lower RVU than continent or more complex diversions.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 16.00 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.86 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.06 |
| Total RVU | 24.92 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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