37211 Thrombolytic artery therapy
Also known as: arterial thrombolysis, intra-arterial thrombolysis, arterial CDT
Catheter-directed thrombolytic therapy delivered intra-arterially to dissolve acute arterial thrombosis and restore blood flow.
In Plain Language
clot-dissolving medicine injected into an artery
Clinical Context
Indicated for acute arterial occlusion, acute limb ischemia, and acute stroke when mechanical thrombectomy unavailable or as adjunct. Higher local drug concentration.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.56 |
| Total RVU | 7.56 |
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 7.56, this code ranks in the 48th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 37211?
CPT 37211 (Thrombolytic artery therapy) is a Surgery code. Catheter-directed thrombolytic therapy delivered intra-arterially to dissolve acute arterial thrombosis and restore blood flow.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 37211?
The work RVU for CPT 37211 is 7.56. This code is primarily used by interventional radiology, vascular surgery.
When is CPT 37211 used?
Indicated for acute arterial occlusion, acute limb ischemia, and acute stroke when mechanical thrombectomy unavailable or as adjunct. Higher local drug concentration.
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