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34051 Removal of artery clot

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: iliac thrombectomy, iliac embolectomy, iliac clot removal

Removal of an arterial thrombus or embolus from the iliac artery. Surgical extraction of blood clot from the iliac vessels.

Clinical Context

Used for acute thrombosis or embolism of the iliac artery causing limb ischemia. May be combined with thrombolytic therapy.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU16.57
Practice Expense RVU8.37
Malpractice RVU3.96
Total RVU28.90

Est. Medicare Payment

$965.26

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

Specialties

Vascular SurgeryCardiovascular Surgery

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.