51050 Removal of bladder stone
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: cystolithotomy, bladder stone removal
Removal of bladder stone (cystolith) via cystotomy, surgical incision of bladder to extract calculus.
Clinical Context
Performed for bladder calculi too large for cystoscopic management or in cases with complex anatomy precluding endoscopic approach.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.77 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 4.21 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.01 |
| Total RVU | 12.99 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$433.87
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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