36247 Ins catheter abdominal/l-ext artery third
Also known as: third abdominal catheter, additional selective catheter, third extremity catheterization, arterial catheterization 3rd order
Percutaneous placement of catheter into abdominal or lower extremity artery as third selective catheterization (add-on) for angiography.
In Plain Language
putting a third tube in belly or leg artery; multiple catheter placement
Clinical Context
Used for complex cases requiring access to three separate abdominal or lower extremity systems.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.89 |
| Total RVU | 5.89 |
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. This code has a 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 5.89, this code ranks in the 39th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.4x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 36247?
CPT 36247 (Ins catheter abdominal/l-ext artery third) is a Surgery code. Percutaneous placement of catheter into abdominal or lower extremity artery as third selective catheterization (add-on) for angiography.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 36247?
The work RVU for CPT 36247 is 5.89. This code is primarily used by Radiology, Interventional Radiology.
When is CPT 36247 used?
Used for complex cases requiring access to three separate abdominal or lower extremity systems.
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