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34451 Removal of vein clot

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: vena cava thrombectomy, IVC thrombectomy, SVC thrombectomy

Removal of a venous thrombus or embolus from the vena cava (superior or inferior). Surgical extraction of blood clot from the vena cava.

Clinical Context

Rare procedure for acute thrombosis of the vena cava. Often used in life-threatening presentations with impending hemodynamic collapse.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU27.81
Practice Expense RVU4.19
Malpractice RVU7.11
Total RVU39.11

Est. Medicare Payment

$1,306.27

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

Specialties

Vascular SurgeryCardiovascular SurgeryCritical Care

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