93591 Percutaneous transcath cls aortic
Also known as: Transcatheter aortic closure, aortic valve closure, catheter aortic intervention
Percutaneous transcatheter closure of aortic valve using catheter-based intervention for aortic stenosis or regurgitation.
In Plain Language
aortic valve repair with catheter; main valve closure procedure; catheter-based valve intervention
Clinical Context
Emerging technique for transcatheter aortic valve closure in specific indications. Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is established but distinct from closure procedures.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 17.52 |
| Total RVU | 17.52 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
Medicine section codes cover a wide range of non-surgical services. This code has a 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Documentation should include the clinical indication, procedure details, interpretation (if applicable), and any patient-specific findings.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 17.52, this code ranks in the 99th percentile among Medicine codes — 22.5x the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 93591?
CPT 93591 (Percutaneous transcath cls aortic) is a Medicine code. Percutaneous transcatheter closure of aortic valve using catheter-based intervention for aortic stenosis or regurgitation.
Who uses CPT code 93591?
CPT 93591 is used by Interventional Cardiology, Cardiology, Cardiac Surgery. Emerging technique for transcatheter aortic valve closure in specific indications. Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is established but distinct from closure procedures.
When is CPT 93591 used?
Emerging technique for transcatheter aortic valve closure in specific indications. Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is established but distinct from closure procedures.
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