37215 Transcath stent cca with eps
Also known as: carotid stent placement with EPS, carotid artery stent, carotid stenting
Transcatheter placement of a stent in the carotid artery (cervical or intracranial) with embolic protection system during the same procedure.
Clinical Context
Indicated for carotid artery stenosis in high-risk surgical patients or symptomatic disease. Embolic protection prevents distal embolization during intervention.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 17.31 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 4.70 |
| Malpractice RVU | 4.62 |
| Total RVU | 26.63 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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