34001 Removal of artery clot
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: aortic thrombectomy, aortic embolectomy, aortic clot removal
Removal of an arterial thrombus or embolus from the aorta. Surgical extraction of blood clot from the aortic vessel.
Clinical Context
Performed for acute aortic thrombosis or embolism causing acute limb ischemia or aortic occlusion. Often requires emergency intervention.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 17.43 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 3.11 |
| Malpractice RVU | 4.46 |
| Total RVU | 25.00 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$835.00
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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