36245 Ins catheter abdominal/l-ext artery first
Also known as: abdominal-extremity catheterization, visceral artery catheter, lower extremity arteriography, arterial catheterization
Percutaneous placement of catheter into abdominal or lower extremity artery as first selective catheterization for angiography or intervention.
In Plain Language
putting a tube in belly or leg artery; abdominal-lower extremity catheterization
Clinical Context
Used for aortic, renal, mesenteric, or lower extremity angiography and intervention.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.53 |
| Total RVU | 4.53 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 4.53, this code ranks in the 31st percentile among Surgery codes — 1.8x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 36245?
CPT 36245 (Ins catheter abdominal/l-ext artery first) is a Surgery code. Percutaneous placement of catheter into abdominal or lower extremity artery as first selective catheterization for angiography or intervention.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 36245?
The work RVU for CPT 36245 is 4.53. This code is primarily used by Radiology, Vascular Surgery.
When is CPT 36245 used?
Used for aortic, renal, mesenteric, or lower extremity angiography and intervention.
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