36516 Apheresis immunoads slctv
Also known as: immunoadsorption, selective apheresis, immunoabsorption
Apheresis, therapeutic, with selective adsorption and plasma reinfusion, immunoadsorption.
In Plain Language
selective removal of harmful antibodies from blood
Clinical Context
Used in autoimmune conditions including anti-GBM disease, certain cases of transplant rejection, and immune thrombocytopenia.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.52 |
| Total RVU | 1.52 |
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 1.52, this code ranks in the 9th percentile among Surgery codes — 5.3x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 36516?
CPT 36516 (Apheresis immunoads slctv) is a Surgery code. Apheresis, therapeutic, with selective adsorption and plasma reinfusion, immunoadsorption.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 36516?
The work RVU for CPT 36516 is 1.52. This code is primarily used by Transfusion Medicine, Nephrology, Immunology.
When is CPT 36516 used?
Used in autoimmune conditions including anti-GBM disease, certain cases of transplant rejection, and immune thrombocytopenia.
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