37718 Ligament div & strpg short saph vn
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: Short saphenous stripping, SSV stripping, Lesser saphenous ligation
Surgical ligation, division, and stripping of the short (lesser) saphenous vein for varicose vein and reflux management.
Clinical Context
Used for symptomatic varicose veins of the short saphenous system or posterior calf venous reflux and insufficiency.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.95 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 2.15 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.76 |
| Total RVU | 10.86 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$362.72
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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