37660 Ligation common iliac vein
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: Common iliac vein ligation
Surgical ligation of the common iliac vein, a major pelvic vessel returning blood from the lower extremity and pelvis.
Clinical Context
Performed for acute thrombosis with sepsis, massive pulmonary embolism when anticoagulation is contraindicated, or iliac vein obstruction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 21.72 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 9.02 |
| Malpractice RVU | 5.81 |
| Total RVU | 36.55 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$1,220.77
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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