64822 Sympathectomy ulnar artery
Also known as: ulnar artery sympathectomy, ulnar artery stripping
Surgical sympathectomy of the ulnar artery and its sympathetic innervation. Involves stripping nerve plexus around the ulnar artery for improved blood flow to the hand.
Clinical Context
Indicated for Raynaud's phenomenon or vascular insufficiency of the ulnar side of the hand. Often performed with radial artery sympathectomy for comprehensive hand coverage.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.10 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 8.73 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.94 |
| Total RVU | 19.77 |
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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