37244 Vascular embolize/occlude bleed
Also known as: hemostatic embolization, bleeding vessel occlusion, hemorrhage control embolization
Percutaneous or open vascular embolization or occlusion of bleeding vessels to achieve hemostasis in cases of arterial or venous hemorrhage.
In Plain Language
stopping bleeding by blocking blood vessels
Clinical Context
Emergency or urgent procedure for gastrointestinal bleeding, post-traumatic hemorrhage, and iatrogenic vessel injury. Prevents need for surgery.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 13.41 |
| Total RVU | 13.41 |
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 13.41, this code ranks in the 69th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.7x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 37244?
CPT 37244 (Vascular embolize/occlude bleed) is a Surgery code. Percutaneous or open vascular embolization or occlusion of bleeding vessels to achieve hemostasis in cases of arterial or venous hemorrhage.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 37244?
The work RVU for CPT 37244 is 13.41. This code is primarily used by interventional radiology, surgery.
When is CPT 37244 used?
Emergency or urgent procedure for gastrointestinal bleeding, post-traumatic hemorrhage, and iatrogenic vessel injury. Prevents need for surgery.
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