36908 Stent plmt ctr dialysis seg
Also known as: stent placement, dialysis stent, endovascular stent
Percutaneous interventions, including all imaging guidance, roadmapping, and radiological supervision and interpretation; stent placement (including nonselective catheterization when performed).
In Plain Language
placing a metal tube to keep a dialysis vessel open
Clinical Context
Used for recurrent stenosis in dialysis circuit unresponsive to angioplasty. Limited long-term patency data.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.14 |
| Total RVU | 4.14 |
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 4.14, this code ranks in the 28th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.9x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 36908?
CPT 36908 (Stent plmt ctr dialysis seg) is a Surgery code. Percutaneous interventions, including all imaging guidance, roadmapping, and radiological supervision and interpretation; stent placement (including nonselective catheterization when performed).
What is the wRVU value for CPT 36908?
The work RVU for CPT 36908 is 4.14. This code is primarily used by Interventional Radiology, Nephrology, Vascular Surgery.
When is CPT 36908 used?
Used for recurrent stenosis in dialysis circuit unresponsive to angioplasty. Limited long-term patency data.
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