36011 Place catheter in vein
Surgery
Also known as: IJ central line, internal jugular catheter, jugular venous catheter
Percutaneous placement of central venous catheter via internal jugular vein approach. Central venous access for infusion or monitoring.
Clinical Context
Used for critical care, total parenteral nutrition, or hemodynamic monitoring. Common ICU access.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.06 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 19.81 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.54 |
| Total RVU | 23.41 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$781.89
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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