61623 Evasc temp balo artl occ h/n
Also known as: balloon angioplasty, temporary balloon occlusion
Percutaneous transluminal balloon angioplasty or temporary balloon occlusion of arterial lesion in head and neck region.
In Plain Language
Balloon treatment of blood vessel; Temporary vessel blocking
Clinical Context
Endovascular technique for arteriovenous malformations, aneurysms, or vasospasm. Temporary occlusion used for surgical planning.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.70 |
| Total RVU | 9.70 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 9.70, this code ranks in the 57th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 61623?
CPT 61623 (Evasc temp balo artl occ h/n) is a Surgery code. Percutaneous transluminal balloon angioplasty or temporary balloon occlusion of arterial lesion in head and neck region.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 61623?
The work RVU for CPT 61623 is 9.70. This code is primarily used by Interventional Radiology, Neurosurgery.
When is CPT 61623 used?
Endovascular technique for arteriovenous malformations, aneurysms, or vasospasm. Temporary occlusion used for surgical planning.
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