nalinikandallu Posted March 8, 2012 Share Posted March 8, 2012 Hi All, I was wondering if anyone else has been having difficulties getting reimbursed for doing a paracentesis? thanks Nalini Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coloradopa Posted March 8, 2012 Share Posted March 8, 2012 Hi All,I was wondering if anyone else has been having difficulties getting reimbursed for doing a paracentesis? thanks Nalini Nope we get reimbursed pretty easily. The issue is the reimbursement is hardly worth the time though. Paracentesis with US is 2 RVU. Around $70 at Medicare rates for an hours work. For comparison I would get 5 RVUs for the same amount of critical care time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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