33986 Ecmo/ecls removal ctr cannula
Also known as: ECMO central second removal, additional central cannula removal, second central removal
Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation/extracorporeal life support removal of central venous/arterial cannula (second removal); removal of additional centrally placed ECMO cannulae.
Clinical Context
Removal of additional central ECMO cannulae when multiple central cannulae were placed and require removal.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.75 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 2.13 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.41 |
| Total RVU | 14.29 |
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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