49407 Image catheter fluid trns/vgnl
Also known as: image-guided catheter placement, transvaginal drainage, transgastric drainage
Image-guided percutaneous catheter placement in transvaginal or transgastric fluid collection for drainage.
Clinical Context
Percutaneous or endoscopic catheter placement via transvaginal or transgastric approach for drainage of fluid collections. Used for pancreatic pseudocysts or pelvic collections.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.14 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 17.41 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.51 |
| Total RVU | 22.06 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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