36576 Repair tunneled cv catheter
Also known as: catheter repair, image-guided repair, fluoroscopy-guided repair
Repair of tunneled or non-tunneled central venous catheter, with imaging guidance.
In Plain Language
repairing a central line using x-ray or ultrasound guidance
Clinical Context
Used for complex catheter repair requiring visualization. Often used for repositioning or correction of malfunction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.92 |
| Total RVU | 2.92 |
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 10-day global period — follow-up visits within 10 days of the procedure are included in the reimbursement. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 2.92, this code ranks in the 20th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 36576?
CPT 36576 (Repair tunneled cv catheter) is a Surgery code. Repair of tunneled or non-tunneled central venous catheter, with imaging guidance.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 36576?
The work RVU for CPT 36576 is 2.92. This code is primarily used by Interventional Radiology, Surgery, Intensive Care. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 36576 used?
Used for complex catheter repair requiring visualization. Often used for repositioning or correction of malfunction.
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