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36831 Open thrombect av fistula

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: thrombectomy, fistula thrombectomy, declotting, thrombus removal

Open thrombectomy (separate procedure); arteriovenous fistula without revision of fistula.

Clinical Context

Used for restoration of thrombosed arteriovenous fistula function without needing revision or reconstruction.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU10.73
Practice Expense RVU3.46
Malpractice RVU2.75
Total RVU16.94

Est. Medicare Payment

$565.80

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

Specialties

Vascular SurgeryGeneral SurgeryNephrology

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