49419 Insert tun inpatient catheter with port
Also known as: peritoneal dialysis catheter with port, IP catheter with port, Tenckhoff catheter
Insertion of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter with subcutaneous port for peritoneal dialysis via percutaneous approach.
Clinical Context
Percutaneous placement of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter with subcutaneous port for peritoneal dialysis. Used in chronic kidney disease patients requiring reliable dialysis access.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.90 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 3.23 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.59 |
| Total RVU | 11.72 |
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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