36903 Intro catheter dialysis circuit
Surgery
Global 0d
Also known as: AV graft insertion, PTFE graft, synthetic graft insertion
Insertion of implantable venous access device; arteriovenous graft (eg, PTFE graft).
Clinical Context
Used for creation of synthetic graft for hemodialysis access. Can be used for dialysis after maturation period.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.23 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 136.52 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.03 |
| Total RVU | 143.78 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$4,802.25
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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