36222 Place catheter carotid/inom artery
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: carotid catheter, innominate catheterization, cerebral angiography
Percutaneous placement of catheter into carotid or innominate artery for selective angiography or intervention of cerebral circulation.
Clinical Context
Used for carotid artery disease evaluation, cerebral angiography, or carotid intervention.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.15 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 31.25 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.31 |
| Total RVU | 37.71 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$1,259.51
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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