36481 Insertion of catheter vein
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: portal vein catheterization, transhepatic catheterization, PVT
Percutaneous portal vein catheterization via transcollateral venipuncture.
Clinical Context
Used for accessing portal circulation for pressure measurement, intervention, or transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS) procedures.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.56 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 41.76 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.75 |
| Total RVU | 49.07 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$1,638.94
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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