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93581 Transcath closure of vsd

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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 RVU23.78
Practice Expense RVU4.82
Malpractice RVU5.70
Total RVU34.30

Est. Medicare Payment

$1,145.62

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Interventional CardiologyCardiologyPediatric Cardiology

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