37618 Ligation major artery xtr
Also known as: Extremity artery ligation, Limb artery tie
Surgical ligation of a major artery in the extremity region for hemorrhage control or vascular management.
In Plain Language
Tying arm or leg artery; Limb vessel surgery
Clinical Context
Used for traumatic vascular injury in limbs, uncontrolled hemorrhage, or management of arterial pseudoaneurysms in the extremities.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.88 |
| Total RVU | 5.88 |
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 5.88, 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 37618?
CPT 37618 (Ligation major artery xtr) is a Surgery code. Surgical ligation of a major artery in the extremity region for hemorrhage control or vascular management.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 37618?
The work RVU for CPT 37618 is 5.88. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 37618 used?
Used for traumatic vascular injury in limbs, uncontrolled hemorrhage, or management of arterial pseudoaneurysms in the extremities.
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