33946 Ecmo/ecls initiation venous
Also known as: ECMO initiation venous, ECLS venous setup, extracorporeal support initiation
Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation/extracorporeal life support initiation of venoarterial, venovenous, or arteriovenous circulation support; percutaneous or surgical placement of venous cannula for extracorporeal oxygenation.
Clinical Context
Initial placement of venous cannula(e) for establishment of ECMO support in acute cardiogenic shock, respiratory failure, or other conditions requiring extracorporeal circulatory support.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.85 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.26 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.26 |
| Total RVU | 8.37 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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