50945 Laparoscopy ureterolithotomy
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: lap ureterolithotomy, laparoscopic stone removal, lap ULT
Laparoscopic ureterolithotomy, minimally invasive removal of ureteral calculus (stone) via laparoscope with site-specific ureterotomy.
Clinical Context
Indicated for accessible ureteral stones not amenable to endoscopy or extracorporeal lithotripsy. Minimally invasive with faster recovery.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 17.52 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.19 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.25 |
| Total RVU | 25.96 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$867.06
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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