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36576 Repair tunneled cv catheter

Surgery Global 10d

Also known as: catheter repair, image-guided repair, fluoroscopy-guided repair

Repair of tunneled or non-tunneled central venous catheter, with imaging guidance.

Clinical Context

Used for complex catheter repair requiring visualization. Often used for repositioning or correction of malfunction.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU2.92
Practice Expense RVU7.12
Malpractice RVU0.57
Total RVU10.61

Est. Medicare Payment

$354.37

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Interventional RadiologySurgeryIntensive Care

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