CPT code 36576 denotes the surgical repair of an implanted central venous access catheter with a subcutaneous port or pump that the provider originally placed centrally or peripherally. This code captures a distinct, device-focused procedure that restores function of long-term vascular access used for infusion therapy, chemotherapy, parenteral nutrition, and other chronic vascular needs. Nationally, accurate coding for device repair affects quality tracking, device management, and facility billing workflows.

Key payers in this analysis include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will find clinical context about the procedure, typical sites of service, and where this code fits among related vascular access services. The publication outlines benchmarks for utilization and coverage considerations at a national level, highlights coding nuances relevant to repair versus replacement or new placement, and summarizes policy trends that influence reimbursement and facility billing. Data not available in the input will be noted where applicable, and the content focuses on clarifying what the code represents, expected service settings, and the operational implications for providers and billing teams.