92974 Catheter place cardiovascular brachytx
Medicine
Also known as: coronary brachytherapy, radiation stent, vascular brachytherapy
Catheter placement for delivery of radiation (brachytherapy) to treat coronary artery stenosis.
Clinical Context
Interventional technique combining catheter placement with radioactive source delivery to inhibit restenosis after coronary angioplasty, particularly for in-stent restenosis.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.93 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 0.55 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.67 |
| Total RVU | 4.15 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$138.61
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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