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36224 Place catheter carotd artery

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: internal carotid catheter, common carotid catheterization, carotid angiography

Percutaneous placement of catheter into carotid artery for selective catheterization and angiography of carotid distribution.

Clinical Context

Used for carotid atherosclerosis evaluation, carotid intervention, or cerebrovascular disease assessment.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU6.09
Practice Expense RVU62.32
Malpractice RVU1.96
Total RVU70.37

Est. Medicare Payment

$2,350.36

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

Specialties

CardiologyNeurology

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