CPT® Code 50684

An injection procedure for ureterography or ureteropyelography is a specialized medical technique used to visualize the ureter and renal pelvis. This procedure is conducted through a ureterostomy, which is a surgical opening created in the abdominal wall to allow urine to exit the body, or through an indwelling ureteral catheter, which is a tube that has been placed in the ureter to facilitate urine drainage. During the procedure, a catheter is carefully inserted through the stoma in the skin into the ureter or through the existing indwelling ureteral catheter. Once the catheter is in place, radiographic contrast media, which is a substance that enhances the visibility of internal structures during imaging, is injected through the catheter. This contrast media allows for clear imaging of the ureter and renal pelvis on radiographs. After the injection, radiographs are obtained to assess the anatomy and any potential abnormalities in the ureter and renal pelvis. It is important to note that the radiographs obtained following the injection procedure are reported separately, ensuring accurate documentation and billing for the services rendered.