CPT 36481
Insertion of catheter vein
Last reviewed August 2026 · DataLily AI data team
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CPT 36481 at a glance
- Code
- 36481
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Insertion of catheter vein
- Category
- ASC Surgical
- ASC eligibility
- ASC-eligible (surgical)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
What is CPT code 36481?
CPT 36481 is a CPT/HCPCS procedure code for insertion of catheter vein. Its official short descriptor is "Insertion of catheter vein". In the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Surgical.
Is CPT 36481 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 36481 can be performed in a certified ambulatory surgery center.
Where is CPT 36481 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
Which specialties use CPT 36481?
CPT 36481 is most associated with General Surgery, Vascular & Interventional Radiology.
Reference information about ASC eligibility and typical procedure setting. Codes, descriptors, and ASC-eligibility status change over time. This is a coding reference, not billing, coding, or legal advice. Always verify against current guidance and individual payer policy before scheduling or billing. CPT is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Read the DataLily AI data methodology.