75901 Remove cva device obstruct
Also known as: catheter declotting, access device repair, shunt declotting
Radiographic imaging and catheter-based removal of an obstruction from a vascular access device to restore device patency and function.
In Plain Language
X-ray guided catheter cleanup; unclogging procedure with imaging
Clinical Context
Removes thrombus or fibrin from dialysis grafts, ports, or other vascular access devices to restore function.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.48 |
| Total RVU | 0.48 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
Radiology codes require a written order, clinical indication, and a formal interpretation report. The professional component (modifier -26) and technical component (modifier -TC) may be billed separately.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 0.48, this code ranks in the 28th percentile among Radiology codes — 1.7x below the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 75901?
CPT 75901 (Remove cva device obstruct) is a Radiology code. Radiographic imaging and catheter-based removal of an obstruction from a vascular access device to restore device patency and function.
Who uses CPT code 75901?
CPT 75901 is used by Radiology, Interventional Radiology. Removes thrombus or fibrin from dialysis grafts, ports, or other vascular access devices to restore function.
When is CPT 75901 used?
Removes thrombus or fibrin from dialysis grafts, ports, or other vascular access devices to restore function.
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