36901 Intro catheter dialysis circuit
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: dialysis access, dialysis needle placement, access cannulation
Introduction of needle and/or catheter, dialysis circuit.
Clinical Context
Used for each session of hemodialysis. Requires two needle placements (arterial and venous) for blood flow through dialyzer.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.28 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 16.76 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.51 |
| Total RVU | 20.55 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$686.37
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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