37238 Open/percutaneous place stent same
Also known as: same-segment stent placement, restenting same vessel
Open surgical or percutaneous placement of stent(s) within the same arterial segment or graft previously treated by endovascular intervention.
In Plain Language
placing a tube in the same artery location
Clinical Context
Addresses restenosis or primary failure within a previously treated segment. Distinct from separate segment stenting.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.89 |
| Total RVU | 5.89 |
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 5.89, this code ranks in the 39th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.4x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 37238?
CPT 37238 (Open/percutaneous place stent same) is a Surgery code. Open surgical or percutaneous placement of stent(s) within the same arterial segment or graft previously treated by endovascular intervention.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 37238?
The work RVU for CPT 37238 is 5.89. This code is primarily used by vascular surgery, interventional radiology.
When is CPT 37238 used?
Addresses restenosis or primary failure within a previously treated segment. Distinct from separate segment stenting.
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