33953 Ecmo/ecls insj prph cannula
Also known as: ECMO central cannulation, ECLS central insertion, central ECMO access
Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation/extracorporeal life support insertion of central venous and/or arterial cannula; open surgical placement of central cannulae through median sternotomy or thoracotomy.
Clinical Context
Surgical placement of central cannulae (direct right atrial and ascending aortic cannulation) for ECMO support when peripheral access is contraindicated or inadequate.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.88 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.97 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.12 |
| Total RVU | 12.97 |
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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