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33955 Ecmo/ecls insj ctr cannula

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: ECMO peripheral repositioning, peripheral cannula adjustment, ECLS cannula reposition

Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation/extracorporeal life support repositioning of peripheral venous/arterial cannula; percutaneous or open repositioning of peripherally placed cannulae during ongoing ECMO support.

Clinical Context

Repositioning of peripheral ECMO cannulae due to inadequate flow, malpositioning, limb ischemia, or other complications requiring adjustment without complete removal.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU15.60
Practice Expense RVU3.35
Malpractice RVU3.74
Total RVU22.69

Est. Medicare Payment

$757.85

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

Specialties

Cardiac SurgeryVascular SurgeryCritical Care

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