CPT Code 36620 - 2025 RVU Values

Complete RVU breakdown for 36620 including work RVUs, practice expense, malpractice, and total RVU values for 2025.

36620Surgery

Description

Insertion catheter artery

Specialty Category

Operative procedures and interventions

Common Specialties: General Surgery, Orthopedics, Cardiothoracic

2025 RVU Breakdown

Work RVU

Physician time and effort

1.00

Practice Expense RVU

Equipment and overhead costs

0.21

Malpractice RVU

Professional liability costs

0.08

Total RVU

Sum of all components

1.29

Frequently Asked Questions About CPT 36620

How many wRVUs is 36620 in 2025?

CPT code 36620 has 1.00 work RVUs in 2025according to the CMS Physician Fee Schedule.

The total RVU value including all components is 1.29 RVUs.

What type of procedure is 36620?

36620 is classified as Surgery: Insertion catheter artery

This procedure is commonly used by: General Surgery, Orthopedics, Cardiothoracic

How do I calculate total compensation for 36620?

To calculate compensation: Work RVUs (1.00) × Your wRVU Rate × Geographic Adjustment Factor

Use our calculator below to estimate RVU values for multiple quantities.

Clinical Usage Guidelines for 36620

Documentation Requirements

Important: Proper documentation is required to support billing for 36620. Ensure your documentation meets CMS guidelines and local carrier policies.

Common Modifiers

-26Professional component
-TCTechnical component

Calculate RVUs for 36620

RVU values from CMS Physician Fee Schedule
Last updated: January 15, 2025

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