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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 RVU5.15
Practice Expense RVU31.25
Malpractice RVU1.31
Total RVU37.71

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

CardiologyNeurology

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