49421 Ins tun inpatient catheter for dial opn
Also known as: peritoneal dialysis catheter, open IP catheter, CAPD catheter insertion
Insertion of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter via open approach for continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis.
Clinical Context
Open surgical placement of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter for continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD). Used in chronic kidney disease patients.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.10 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.06 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.03 |
| Total RVU | 6.19 |
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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