36478 Endovenous laser first vein
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: endovenous laser ablation, EVLA, laser vein closure, 980-nm laser
Endovenous ablation with laser energy, first vein treated.
Clinical Context
Used for varicose vein ablation via laser-induced thermal damage to vein wall. Common for saphenous vein insufficiency.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.17 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 23.09 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.09 |
| Total RVU | 29.35 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$980.29
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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