50972 Ureter endoscopy & catheter
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: transurethral ureteroscopy with catheter, retrograde stent placement
Endoscopy of ureter with ureteral catheter insertion via transurethral approach for drainage or diagnostic access.
Clinical Context
Used for ureteral stent placement, catheter drainage, or diagnostic access in cases of obstruction or stricture.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.71 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.83 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.87 |
| Total RVU | 9.41 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$314.29
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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