50974 Ureter endoscopy & biopsy
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: ureteroscopy with biopsy, transurethral ureteral biopsy
Endoscopy of ureter with biopsy via transurethral approach to obtain tissue samples for diagnostic evaluation.
Clinical Context
Indicated for ureteral lesion or mass evaluation via retrograde approach. Provides histologic diagnosis for malignancy or stricture.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.93 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 2.30 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.15 |
| Total RVU | 12.38 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$413.49
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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