36227 Place catheter external carotid
Surgery
Also known as: external carotid catheter, ECA catheterization, external carotid angiography
Percutaneous placement of catheter into external carotid artery for selective angiography or intervention of external carotid distribution.
Clinical Context
Used for facial/scalp vascular disease, embolization procedures, or external carotid intervention.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.04 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 5.50 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.65 |
| Total RVU | 8.19 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$273.55
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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