77001 Fluoroguide for vein device
Also known as: Fluoroscopic vein device guidance, Fluoroscopy guided line placement
Fluoroscopic guidance for placement or repositioning of vein or lymphatic device including real-time visualization.
In Plain Language
X-ray guided vein catheter placement; Live X-ray for vein device
Clinical Context
Fluoroscopic visualization for placement of central venous catheters, venous access devices, or other vascular/lymphatic procedures.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.37 |
| Total RVU | 0.37 |
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 0.37, this code ranks in the 23rd percentile among Radiology codes — 2.2x below the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 77001?
CPT 77001 (Fluoroguide for vein device) is a Radiology code. Fluoroscopic guidance for placement or repositioning of vein or lymphatic device including real-time visualization.
Who uses CPT code 77001?
CPT 77001 is used by Radiology, Interventional Radiology, Critical Care. Fluoroscopic visualization for placement of central venous catheters, venous access devices, or other vascular/lymphatic procedures.
When is CPT 77001 used?
Fluoroscopic visualization for placement of central venous catheters, venous access devices, or other vascular/lymphatic procedures.
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