36514 Apheresis plasma
Also known as: plasmapheresis, plasma exchange, TPE
Apheresis, therapeutic, plasma pheresis (plasmapheresis).
In Plain Language
removing blood plasma to treat autoimmune disease; blood plasma replacement therapy
Clinical Context
Used for thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP), myasthenia gravis, Goodpasture syndrome, and other autoimmune conditions.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.76 |
| Total RVU | 1.76 |
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 1.76, this code ranks in the 12th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.5x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 36514?
CPT 36514 (Apheresis plasma) is a Surgery code. Apheresis, therapeutic, plasma pheresis (plasmapheresis).
What is the wRVU value for CPT 36514?
The work RVU for CPT 36514 is 1.76. This code is primarily used by Hematology, Transfusion Medicine, Neurology.
When is CPT 36514 used?
Used for thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP), myasthenia gravis, Goodpasture syndrome, and other autoimmune conditions.
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