37186 Sec artery thrombectomy add-on
Also known as: secondary thrombectomy, repeat thrombectomy
Secondary mechanical thrombectomy of an arterial graft or native artery performed during the same session after initial successful treatment.
In Plain Language
re-clearing an arterial clot
Clinical Context
Performed when rethrombosis occurs during initial procedure or recognition of additional thrombotic segments. Add-on code for complex cases.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.80 |
| Total RVU | 4.80 |
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 4.80, this code ranks in the 33rd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 37186?
CPT 37186 (Sec artery thrombectomy add-on) is a Surgery code. Secondary mechanical thrombectomy of an arterial graft or native artery performed during the same session after initial successful treatment.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 37186?
The work RVU for CPT 37186 is 4.80. This code is primarily used by vascular surgery, interventional radiology.
When is CPT 37186 used?
Performed when rethrombosis occurs during initial procedure or recognition of additional thrombotic segments. Add-on code for complex cases.
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