CPT® 36838, Under Hemodialysis Access, Intervascular Cannulation for Extracorporeal Circulation, or Shunt Insertion Procedures on Arteries and Veins
The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) code 36838 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Hemodialysis Access, Intervascular Cannulation for Extracorporeal Circulation, or Shunt Insertion Procedures on Arteries and Veins.
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Summary
In this procedure, the provider uses distal revascularization and interval ligation, or DRIL, to surgically correct a dialysis access induced ischemia of the lower part of the upper extremity, also known as Steal syndrome. The provider restores the blood supply to the hand and preserves the access site. The aim of this surgical intervention is to maintain the vascular supply of the forearm and hand while preserving the blood flow towards the hemodialysis access location.
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