CPT code 50945 denotes a laparoscopic ureterolithotomy, a minimally invasive surgical procedure to remove stones from the ureter using a laparoscope. This code is important nationally as an option for management of ureteral calculi when endoscopic or extracorporeal approaches are unsuitable; it affects surgical utilization, facility staffing, and resource planning for urologic services. Major payers that commonly cover this procedure include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare.

Readers will learn what this code represents clinically, where the service is typically provided, and the broader policy and billing context that influences its use. The publication summarizes benchmarks and utilization patterns where available, highlights relevant payment and coverage considerations for facility and physician billing, and provides clinical context on indications for laparoscopic ureterolithotomy compared with alternative stone management strategies. Data not available in the input will be noted as such in detailed sections. The content is aimed at billing managers, coding specialists, clinicians, and policy analysts seeking a concise national overview of CPT code 50945 and its implications for practice operations and reimbursement workflows.