36221 Place catheter thoracic aorta
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: thoracic aorta catheter, descending aorta catheterization, thoracic aortic angiography
Percutaneous placement of catheter into thoracic aorta for selective angiography or intervention of descending aorta and branches.
Clinical Context
Used for thoracic aortic disease evaluation, aortic dissection imaging, or thoracic aortic intervention.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.82 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 23.81 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.90 |
| Total RVU | 28.53 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$952.90
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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