50900 Repair of ureter
Also known as: ureteral repair, ureteroplasty, ureteral revision
Repair of ureter, surgical correction of ureteral defect, stricture, or dysfunction through primary repair technique.
In Plain Language
surgical repair of damaged or narrowed ureter
Clinical Context
Used for ureteral injury from trauma, stone, or iatrogenic cause. Primary repair approach when anatomy permits.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 14.66 |
| Total RVU | 14.66 |
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 14.66, this code ranks in the 72nd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.8x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 50900?
CPT 50900 (Repair of ureter) is a Surgery code. Repair of ureter, surgical correction of ureteral defect, stricture, or dysfunction through primary repair technique.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 50900?
The work RVU for CPT 50900 is 14.66. This code is primarily used by Urology, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 50900 used?
Used for ureteral injury from trauma, stone, or iatrogenic cause. Primary repair approach when anatomy permits.
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