36225 Place catheter subclavian artery
Also known as: subclavian catheter, subclavian angiography, subclavian artery catheterization
Percutaneous placement of catheter into subclavian artery for selective angiography or intervention of upper extremity and vertebral circulation.
Clinical Context
Used for subclavian artery disease evaluation, vertebral steal syndrome assessment, or subclavian intervention.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.61 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 46.36 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.69 |
| Total RVU | 53.66 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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