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See a sample rate comparisonHealthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address high-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Urinary System |
| Common Place of Service | 21 - Inpatient Hospital 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | None 50 - Bilateral Procedure LT - Left side of body |
| Complexity Level | High |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 50780 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 50780 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 50780 by major payers:

$1,511.97

$1,487.76

$1,655.82

$1,801.80
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 50780 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Urinary System Codes
The CPT 50780 code is part of the Surgery services used for Surgical Procedures on the Urinary System. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.
The CPT 50780 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 50760-CPT | High | Ureter Bypass Surgery, Surgery To Divide And Reconnect The Ureter (Tube From Kidney To Bladder) To Bypass A Blockage Or Abnormality. |
| 50770-CPT | High | Trnsureteroureterostom Anastomsis Of Ureter To Contralater Urete, Transureteroureterostomy Anastomosis Of Ureter To Contralateral Urete |
| 50780-CPT | High | Attach Ureter To Bladder, Surgery To Move And Attach A Ureter (Tube That Carries Urine From The Kidney To The Bladder) To A Different Site On The Bladder. |
| 50947-CPT | High | Surgery To Move Urinary Tract, Surgery Using A Scope (Laparoscope) To Move One Of The Ureters (Upper Urinary Tract From Kidneys To Bladder). The Procedure May Include Inserting A Support Device (Stent) To Help Keep The Ureter Open. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 50780. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 50780 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
Medicare & Medicaid Rates
Government-set reimbursement amounts
Private Insurance Rates
Negotiated rates between providers and insurance companies
Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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