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36583 Replace tunneled cv catheter

Surgery Global 10d

Also known as: IVC port replacement, port replacement, portacath replacement

Replacement of tunneled central venous catheter, with subcutaneous port; in inferior vena cava.

Clinical Context

Used for replacement of IVC port catheters in patients with upper venous obstruction or thrombosis.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU4.91
Practice Expense RVU31.54
Malpractice RVU1.31
Total RVU37.76

Est. Medicare Payment

$1,261.18

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

Specialties

SurgeryInterventional RadiologyOncology

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