36596 Mech remov tunneled cv catheter
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: percutaneous declotting, mechanical declotting, catheter manipulation
Mechanical removal of occlusive material from tunneled or non-tunneled central venous catheter; percutaneous technique.
Clinical Context
Used for catheter thrombosis management via percutaneous approach, avoiding repeat central line placement.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.73 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 2.68 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.11 |
| Total RVU | 3.52 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$117.57
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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