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36825 Artery-vein autograft

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: autogenous fistula, vein transposition fistula, AV fistula creation

Creation of arteriovenous fistula by other than direct arteriovenous anastomosis (separate incision); autogenous (including vein transposition).

Clinical Context

Used for arteriovenous fistula creation with intervening tissue or using transposed vein, often for upper arm fistulas.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU13.82
Practice Expense RVU4.22
Malpractice RVU3.55
Total RVU21.59

Est. Medicare Payment

$721.11

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

Specialties

Vascular SurgeryNephrologyGeneral Surgery

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.