33947 Ecmo/ecls initiation artery
Also known as: ECMO initiation arterial, ECLS arterial setup, arterial cannulation ECMO
Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation/extracorporeal life support initiation with arterial cannulation; percutaneous or surgical placement of arterial cannula for extracorporeal oxygenation and perfusion.
Clinical Context
Initial placement of arterial cannula for establishment of ECMO support providing both oxygenation and circulatory support in acute cardiopulmonary failure.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.46 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.36 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.41 |
| Total RVU | 9.23 |
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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