37615 Ligation major artery neck
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: Major neck artery ligation
Surgical ligation of a major artery in the neck region, used for hemorrhage control or management of vascular lesions.
Clinical Context
Performed for severe uncontrollable epistaxis, carotid blowout syndrome, or large neck vessel hemorrhage following trauma or surgery.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.61 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 4.81 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.43 |
| Total RVU | 13.85 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$462.59
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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