36450 Bld exchange truj newborn
Surgery
Also known as: exchange transfusion, double volume exchange, newborn transfusion
Blood exchange transfusion, newborn; total volume transfusion (one or more repeated exchanges).
Clinical Context
Used in neonates with hemolytic disease, severe hyperbilirubinemia, or intrauterine transfusion complications. Involves removing infant blood and replacing with donor blood.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.41 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 0.69 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.21 |
| Total RVU | 4.31 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$143.95
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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