37188 Venous mechnl thrmbc repeat treatment
Also known as: repeat venous thrombectomy, recurrent venous MT
Mechanical thrombectomy of a venous graft or native vein in repeated treatment or subsequent procedure for recurrent venous occlusion.
In Plain Language
clearing a vein clot again; repeat vein unclogging
Clinical Context
Performed when rethrombosis develops after initial venous thrombectomy. Common in acute proximal DVT management protocols.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.32 |
| Total RVU | 5.32 |
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. This code has a 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 5.32, this code ranks in the 36th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.5x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 37188?
CPT 37188 (Venous mechnl thrmbc repeat treatment) is a Surgery code. Mechanical thrombectomy of a venous graft or native vein in repeated treatment or subsequent procedure for recurrent venous occlusion.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 37188?
The work RVU for CPT 37188 is 5.32. This code is primarily used by vascular surgery, interventional radiology.
When is CPT 37188 used?
Performed when rethrombosis develops after initial venous thrombectomy. Common in acute proximal DVT management protocols.
Track This Code in RVU Edge
Log procedures, calculate wRVUs, and benchmark against national data — all in one app.
CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.