34101 Removal of artery clot
Also known as: femoral thrombectomy, femoral embolectomy, femoral clot removal
Removal of an arterial thrombus or embolus from the femoral artery. Surgical extraction of blood clot from the femoral vessel.
In Plain Language
removing blood clot from groin artery; clearing blockage in femoral vessel
Clinical Context
Performed for acute femoral artery thrombosis or embolism. Common presentation is acute leg ischemia with rest pain or tissue loss.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 10.66 |
| Total RVU | 10.66 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 10.66, this code ranks in the 61st percentile among Surgery codes — 1.3x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 34101?
CPT 34101 (Removal of artery clot) is a Surgery code. Removal of an arterial thrombus or embolus from the femoral artery. Surgical extraction of blood clot from the femoral vessel.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 34101?
The work RVU for CPT 34101 is 10.66. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, Cardiovascular Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 34101 used?
Performed for acute femoral artery thrombosis or embolism. Common presentation is acute leg ischemia with rest pain or tissue loss.
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