34203 Removal of leg artery clot
Also known as: calf vein thrombectomy, popliteal thrombectomy, tibial vein thrombectomy
Removal of a venous thrombus or embolus from the leg vein (popliteal, tibial, or peroneal). Surgical extraction of blood clot from infrapopliteal deep veins.
In Plain Language
removing blood clot from calf vein; clearing clot in leg vessel
Clinical Context
Performed for acute DVT in below-knee veins. Less commonly thrombectomized than proximal DVT but may be done in selected cases.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 17.41 |
| Total RVU | 17.41 |
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 17.41, this code ranks in the 78th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 34203?
CPT 34203 (Removal of leg artery clot) is a Surgery code. Removal of a venous thrombus or embolus from the leg vein (popliteal, tibial, or peroneal). Surgical extraction of blood clot from infrapopliteal deep veins.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 34203?
The work RVU for CPT 34203 is 17.41. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, Cardiovascular Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 34203 used?
Performed for acute DVT in below-knee veins. Less commonly thrombectomized than proximal DVT but may be done in selected cases.
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