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33952 Ecmo/ecls insj prph cannula

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: ECMO second peripheral cannulation, additional peripheral ECMO, second cannula insertion

Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation/extracorporeal life support insertion of peripheral venous and/or arterial cannula (second insertion); open or percutaneous placement of additional peripheral cannulae.

In Plain Language

Additional placement of life support tubing; Second ECMO peripheral connection

Clinical Context

Placement of additional peripheral cannulae when initial peripheral cannulation is insufficient or when conversion to alternate access is needed during ongoing ECMO support.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU7.95
Total RVU7.95

Est. Medicare Payment

$265.53

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Billing & Documentation

As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.

How This Code Compares

With a work RVU of 7.95, this code ranks in the 50th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.0x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.

Specialties

Cardiac SurgeryVascular SurgeryCritical Care

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 33952?

CPT 33952 (Ecmo/ecls insj prph cannula) is a Surgery code. Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation/extracorporeal life support insertion of peripheral venous and/or arterial cannula (second insertion); open or percutaneous placement of additional peripheral cannulae.

What is the wRVU value for CPT 33952?

The work RVU for CPT 33952 is 7.95. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Critical Care.

When is CPT 33952 used?

Placement of additional peripheral cannulae when initial peripheral cannulation is insufficient or when conversion to alternate access is needed during ongoing ECMO support.

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