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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 RVU0.73
Practice Expense RVU2.68
Malpractice RVU0.11
Total RVU3.52

Est. Medicare Payment

$117.57

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

Specialties

Interventional RadiologySurgeryIntensive Care

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