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49426 Revise abdomen-venous shunt

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: peritoneovenous shunt revision, shunt revision, shunt repair

Revision or repositioning of venous shunt catheter from abdominal cavity with repair of obstruction or malfunction.

Clinical Context

Revision of peritoneovenous shunt for malfunction, obstruction, or displacement. Indications include loss of shunt function or recurrent ascites.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU10.15
Practice Expense RVU6.38
Malpractice RVU2.71
Total RVU19.24

Est. Medicare Payment

$642.62

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

General SurgeryVascular Surgery

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