37607 ligament/banding angioacs av fstl
Also known as: AV fistula ligation, Fistula banding
Surgical ligation and/or banding of an angioaccess arteriovenous fistula to reduce or eliminate abnormal blood flow.
In Plain Language
Closing abnormal vein connection; Stopping extra blood flow
Clinical Context
Used to manage complications of dialysis arteriovenous fistulas such as steal syndrome, high-output heart failure, or pseudoaneurysm formation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.09 |
| Total RVU | 6.09 |
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 6.09, this code ranks in the 41st percentile among Surgery codes — 1.3x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 37607?
CPT 37607 (ligament/banding angioacs av fstl) is a Surgery code. Surgical ligation and/or banding of an angioaccess arteriovenous fistula to reduce or eliminate abnormal blood flow.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 37607?
The work RVU for CPT 37607 is 6.09. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, Nephrology Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 37607 used?
Used to manage complications of dialysis arteriovenous fistulas such as steal syndrome, high-output heart failure, or pseudoaneurysm formation.
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