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33957 Ecmo/ecls reposition perph cnula

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: ECMO peripheral re-repositioning, additional peripheral adjustment, repeat cannula reposition

Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation/extracorporeal life support repositioning of peripheral venous/arterial cannula during ECMO support (second or additional); further repositioning of peripheral cannulae.

Clinical Context

Subsequent repositioning of peripheral ECMO cannulae when initial repositioning is inadequate or when repeated adjustments are necessary.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU3.42
Practice Expense RVU0.85
Malpractice RVU0.82
Total RVU5.09

Est. Medicare Payment

$170.01

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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