36589 Removal tunneled cv catheter
Surgery
Global 10d
Also known as: catheter exchange, line exchange, CVC exchange
Removal of tunneled or non-tunneled central venous catheter, with insertion of replacement tunneled central venous catheter, at same venous access site.
Clinical Context
Used when catheter removal and replacement needed at same site. Reduces morbidity compared to separate removal and insertion.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.22 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 2.41 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.35 |
| Total RVU | 4.98 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$166.33
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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