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36830 Artery-vein nonautograft

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: synthetic fistula, AV graft, nonautogenous fistula, prosthetic graft

Creation of arteriovenous fistula by other than direct arteriovenous anastomosis (separate incision); nonautogenous (synthetic graft).

Clinical Context

Used for synthetic graft fistula creation requiring separate incisions. Common when native vein unsuitable.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU11.73
Practice Expense RVU3.45
Malpractice RVU3.00
Total RVU18.18

Est. Medicare Payment

$607.21

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.