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36591 Draw blood off venous device

Surgery

Also known as: port access, port draw, blood collection from port

Collection of blood specimen from a completely implanted venous access device.

Clinical Context

Used for routine blood draws from implanted ports or portacaths. Requires needle access and appropriate blood draw techniques.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.00
Practice Expense RVU0.90
Malpractice RVU0.01
Total RVU0.91

Est. Medicare Payment

$30.39

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

Specialties

PhlebotomyOncologyHematology

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