33969 Ecmo/ecls removal perph cannula
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: ECMO peripheral removal, peripheral ECLS removal, cannula removal
Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation/extracorporeal life support removal of peripheral venous/arterial cannula; removal of peripherally placed ECMO cannulae.
Clinical Context
Removal of peripheral ECMO cannulae at time of ECMO weaning or when weaning from extracorporeal support.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.09 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.19 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.22 |
| Total RVU | 7.50 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$250.50
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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