93581 Transcath closure of vsd
Also known as: Transcatheter VSD closure, catheter VSD closure, percutaneous VSD closure
Transcatheter closure of ventricular septal defect using percutaneous catheter-based technique with deployment of closure device.
Clinical Context
Minimally invasive closure for selected ventricular septal defects, particularly muscular VSDs or post-infarction mechanical complications. Emerging technique as alternative to surgical repair in appropriate anatomy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 23.78 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 4.82 |
| Malpractice RVU | 5.70 |
| Total RVU | 34.30 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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