52334 Create passage to kidney
Also known as: cysto with ureteroneocystostomy, cysto with ureteral reimplantation
Cystourethroscopy with creation of a passage (neoureterostomy) between the ureter and bladder mucosa to bypass obstruction and restore urine drainage.
In Plain Language
creating new opening from ureter into bladder
Clinical Context
Used for intramural ureteral strictures or stenotic ureteral orifices not amenable to simple dilation. Limited success in selected cases.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.29 |
| Total RVU | 3.29 |
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 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 3.29, this code ranks in the 23rd percentile among Surgery codes — 2.4x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 52334?
CPT 52334 (Create passage to kidney) is a Surgery code. Cystourethroscopy with creation of a passage (neoureterostomy) between the ureter and bladder mucosa to bypass obstruction and restore urine drainage.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 52334?
The work RVU for CPT 52334 is 3.29. This code is primarily used by Urology.
When is CPT 52334 used?
Used for intramural ureteral strictures or stenotic ureteral orifices not amenable to simple dilation. Limited success in selected cases.
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