75984 Xray control catheter change
Also known as: catheter repositioning, line placement verification, catheter exchange
Fluoroscopic radiographic guidance during catheter position change, removal, or reinsertion to confirm correct position in vascular access site.
In Plain Language
X-ray guided tube repositioning; guided catheter adjustment
Clinical Context
Provides real-time fluoroscopic guidance during exchange or repositioning of central venous catheters, dialysis catheters, or other vascular access devices.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.81 |
| Total RVU | 0.81 |
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 0.81, this code ranks in the 51st percentile among Radiology codes — exactly at the median. The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 75984?
CPT 75984 (Xray control catheter change) is a Radiology code. Fluoroscopic radiographic guidance during catheter position change, removal, or reinsertion to confirm correct position in vascular access site.
Who uses CPT code 75984?
CPT 75984 is used by Radiology, Interventional Radiology. Provides real-time fluoroscopic guidance during exchange or repositioning of central venous catheters, dialysis catheters, or other vascular access devices.
When is CPT 75984 used?
Provides real-time fluoroscopic guidance during exchange or repositioning of central venous catheters, dialysis catheters, or other vascular access devices.
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