36907 Balo angiop ctr dialysis seg
Also known as: angioplasty, percutaneous angioplasty, dialysis angioplasty
Percutaneous interventions, including all imaging guidance, roadmapping, and radiological supervision and interpretation; angioplasty (eg, mechanical, thermal, chemical).
In Plain Language
using a balloon to open a narrowed dialysis vessel
Clinical Context
Used for treatment of stenosis in dialysis fistula or graft. Percutaneous approach less invasive than surgical revision.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.93 |
| Total RVU | 2.93 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 2.93, this code ranks in the 20th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 36907?
CPT 36907 (Balo angiop ctr dialysis seg) is a Surgery code. Percutaneous interventions, including all imaging guidance, roadmapping, and radiological supervision and interpretation; angioplasty (eg, mechanical, thermal, chemical).
What is the wRVU value for CPT 36907?
The work RVU for CPT 36907 is 2.93. This code is primarily used by Interventional Radiology, Nephrology, Vascular Surgery.
When is CPT 36907 used?
Used for treatment of stenosis in dialysis fistula or graft. Percutaneous approach less invasive than surgical revision.
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