36252 Ins catheter renal artery first bilateral
Also known as: bilateral renal catheter, bilateral renal angiography, renal artery catheterization bilateral
Percutaneous placement of catheter into renal artery as first catheterization (bilateral both renal arteries) for angiography or intervention.
Clinical Context
Used for bilateral renal artery disease evaluation, renal insufficiency assessment, or hypertension workup.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.57 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 32.17 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.48 |
| Total RVU | 40.22 |
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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