37248 Trluml balo angiop first vein
Also known as: venous angioplasty first, venous PTA first
Percutaneous or open transluminal balloon angioplasty of the first venous vessel to restore luminal patency and improve venous return.
In Plain Language
balloon widening of a vein
Clinical Context
Used for venous stenosis, superior vena cava syndrome, and venous access stenosis. First vein treated in multi-venous intervention.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.85 |
| Total RVU | 5.85 |
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 5.85, 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 37248?
CPT 37248 (Trluml balo angiop first vein) is a Surgery code. Percutaneous or open transluminal balloon angioplasty of the first venous vessel to restore luminal patency and improve venous return.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 37248?
The work RVU for CPT 37248 is 5.85. This code is primarily used by interventional radiology, vascular surgery.
When is CPT 37248 used?
Used for venous stenosis, superior vena cava syndrome, and venous access stenosis. First vein treated in multi-venous intervention.
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