37195 Thrombolytic therapy stroke
Also known as: thrombolytic therapy, fibrinolytic therapy, catheter-directed thrombolysis
Thrombolytic (fibrinolytic) therapy administered via catheter to dissolve acute arterial or venous thrombosis, particularly for acute ischemic stroke.
In Plain Language
clot-busting medicine injection; dissolving a clot with medicine
Clinical Context
Used in acute ischemic stroke within therapeutic window, acute limb ischemia, and acute mesenteric ischemia. Catheter-directed approach maximizes local drug concentration.
RVU Information
CPT 37195 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
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
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Surgery category, 3% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 37195?
CPT 37195 (Thrombolytic therapy stroke) is a Surgery code. Thrombolytic (fibrinolytic) therapy administered via catheter to dissolve acute arterial or venous thrombosis, particularly for acute ischemic stroke.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 37195?
The work RVU for CPT 37195 is 0.00. This code is primarily used by interventional radiology, neurology, vascular surgery.
When is CPT 37195 used?
Used in acute ischemic stroke within therapeutic window, acute limb ischemia, and acute mesenteric ischemia. Catheter-directed approach maximizes local drug concentration.
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