Patient presented to the operating room where an incision was made in the epigastric region for a repair of ureterovisceral fistula.

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The correct CPT code for repair of ureterovisceral fistula is 50930 (Ureteral anastomosis, uretero-ureterostomy or uretero-neocystostomy with or without ureteral stent; simple). The incision made in the epigastric region is not specifically coded separately as it is included in the main procedure code. Therefore, options A, C and D are incorrect.

Patient Presented to the Operating Room Where an Incision Was