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Last Verified: September 2026
Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address high-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.
Vein Catheter With Port, Insertion Through The Skin Of A Thin Tube (Catheter) Into A Large Vein Near The Heart. The Catheter Has A Port Just Under The Skin For Giving Fluids Medications Or To Draw Blood.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Cardiovascular System |
| Common Place of Service | 21 - Inpatient Hospital 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | None RT - Right side of body LT - Left side of body |
| Complexity Level | High |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 36570 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 36570 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 36570 by major payers:
$1,560.64
$1,857.15
$1,987.08
$662.01
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CPT 36570
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Memorial Hermann Surgery Center Kirby, LLC, Memorial Hermann Surgery Center Kirby Glen
$6,904.00Published rateFlorida Orthopaedic Institute Surgery Center LLC
$3,570.00Published rateCorona Surgical LLC, Corona Summit Surgical Center
Corona Surgical LLC
$2,274.00Published rateMid-Florida Endoscopy & Surgery Center LLC
Mid-Florida Endoscopy & Surger
$1,179.00Published rateGastrointestinal Diagnostic Endoscopy Woodstock, LLC, Town Lake Endoscopy Center
Gastrointestinal Diagnostic Endoscopy Woodstock LLC
$515.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 36570 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Cardiovascular System Codes
The CPT 36570 code is part of the Surgery services used for Surgical Procedures on the Cardiovascular System. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.
The CPT 36570 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 36568-CPT | Moderate | Insert Catheter In Large Vein, Insertion Through The Skin Of A Thin Tube (Catheter) Into A Large Vein Near The Heart. This Is For Direct Repeated Access To The Vein To Give Fluids Medications Or To Draw Blood. |
| 36569-CPT | Moderate | Insert Catheter In Large Vein, Insertion Through The Skin Of A Thin Tube (Catheter) Into A Large Vein Near The Heart. This Is For Direct Repeated Access To The Vein To Give Fluids Medications Or To Draw Blood. |
| 36570-CPT | High | Vein Catheter With Port, Insertion Through The Skin Of A Thin Tube (Catheter) Into A Large Vein Near The Heart. The Catheter Has A Port Just Under The Skin For Giving Fluids Medications Or To Draw Blood. |
| 36571-CPT | High | Vein Catheter With Port, Insertion Through The Skin Of A Thin Tube (Catheter) Into A Large Vein Near The Heart. The Catheter Has A Port Just Under The Skin For Giving Fluids Medications Or To Draw Blood. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 36570. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 36570 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
Medicare & Medicaid Rates
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Private Insurance Rates
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Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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