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.
In Plain Language
placing a tube in the neck artery to prevent stroke
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 |
| Total RVU | 17.31 |
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 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 17.31, this code ranks in the 78th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 37215?
CPT 37215 (Transcath stent cca with eps) is a Surgery code. Transcatheter placement of a stent in the carotid artery (cervical or intracranial) with embolic protection system during the same procedure.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 37215?
The work RVU for CPT 37215 is 17.31. This code is primarily used by interventional radiology, vascular surgery, neurology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 37215 used?
Indicated for carotid artery stenosis in high-risk surgical patients or symptomatic disease. Embolic protection prevents distal embolization during intervention.
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