36600 Withdrawal of arterial blood
Surgery
Also known as: ABG draw, arterial blood gas, arterial stick
Withdrawal of arterial blood for blood gas analysis (includes puncture and sampling via arterial catheter).
Clinical Context
Used for assessment of oxygenation, ventilation, and acid-base status. Common in emergency, intensive care, and operating room settings.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.31 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 0.49 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.02 |
| Total RVU | 0.82 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$27.39
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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