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Last Verified: October 2026
Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address moderate-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.
Remove Catheter In Large Vein, Surgery To Remove A Thin Tube (Catheter) That Has Been Embedded In A Major Vein Next To The Heart. The Catheter May Have An Attached Port Or Pump For Giving Fluids Or Medications.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Cardiovascular System |
| Common Place of Service | 11 - Office 24 - Ambulatory Surgical Center |
| Common Modifiers | RT - Right side of body 51 - Multiple procedures |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $166.34 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 36589 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $133.14 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 36589 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 36589 by major payers:
$222.48
$227.74
$251.80
$262.75
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CPT 36589
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Nbimc Neonatal Associates
$446.05Published rateMelissa Wallach
Nbimc Neonatal Associates
$401.45Published rateChristopher Raio
Good Samaritan Hosptial Medical Center
$262.77Published rateNidhi Mehta
Town Center Orthopaedic Associates, P.C.
$207.45Published rateChristopher Raio
Mercy Medical Center
$82.82Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 36589 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Cardiovascular System Codes
The CPT 36589 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 36589 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 36581-CPT | Moderate | Place Catheter In Large Vein, Surgery To Embed A Thin Tube (Catheter) Into A Major Vein Next To The Heart. The Catheter May Have A Port Or Pump Attached To It For Fluids Or Medications. |
| 36582-CPT | High | Place Catheter In Large Vein, Surgery To Embed A Thin Tube (Catheter) Into A Major Vein Next To The Heart. The Catheter May Have A Port Or Pump Attached To It For Fluids Or Medications. |
| 36589-CPT | Moderate | Remove Catheter In Large Vein, Surgery To Remove A Thin Tube (Catheter) That Has Been Embedded In A Major Vein Next To The Heart. The Catheter May Have An Attached Port Or Pump For Giving Fluids Or Medications. |
| 36590-CPT | Moderate | Remove Catheter In Large Vein, Surgery To Remove A Thin Tube (Catheter) That Has Been Embedded In A Major Vein Next To The Heart. The Catheter May Have An Attached Port Or Pump For Giving Fluids Or Medications. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 36589. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 36589 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
Medicare & Medicaid Rates
Government-set reimbursement amounts
Private Insurance Rates
Negotiated rates between providers and insurance companies
Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
CPT stands for Current Procedural Terminology. CPT codes are standardized numerical codes used by medical professionals, insurers, and other healthcare entities to describe medical, surgical, and diagnostic services. They ensure uniform communication and billing across the healthcare industry.
To find the cost of a specific medical procedure, you can start by contacting your healthcare provider's billing department or your insurance company directly. For a more direct way to look up typical costs based on CPT codes and your specific location, you can utilize a specialized tool like Payerprice. Payerprice offers a fee schedule lookup tool that allows users to search with a CPT code and location to get an estimate.
Several factors can influence the cost of a medical service, including: the geographic location where the service is provided, the type of facility (e.g., hospital vs. outpatient clinic), the provider's experience and reputation, the specific CPT code for the procedure, your insurance plan's negotiated rates, whether you are in-network or out-of-network, and your deductible, co-pay, or co-insurance responsibilities. The urgency of the service can also play a role.
Fee schedules can sometimes be obtained from your insurance company, or directly from healthcare providers. However, for a more convenient way to research typical fee schedules based on a specific procedure (CPT code) and location, Payerprice offers a dedicated lookup tool. This platform allows you to search and compare prices more easily than navigating various individual provider or insurer websites.
Price variations for the same medical procedure are common due to a complex interplay of factors. These include differing negotiation power between insurance companies and healthcare providers, variations in overhead costs and market competition across different regions, the specific type of facility delivering care (e.g., hospital-based vs. independent clinic), and whether the patient is insured or paying out-of-pocket. These elements contribute to a wide range of pricing even for identical services.