CPT^® 50606, Under Incision/Biopsy Procedures on the Ureter

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 50606 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Incision/Biopsy Procedures on the Ureter.

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The provider performs a biopsy (excision of tissue or lesion) from the inner wall (endoluminal) of the ureter and/or renal pelvis. The provider does not use an endoscopic approach but performs the biopsy through another route such as a nephrostomy catheter. He uses ultrasound and/or fluoroscopy (technologies that provide live images displayed on a video monitor) to guide the procedure. The procedure includes all associated radiological supervision and interpretation.

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