90935 Hemodialysis one evaluation
Also known as: Dialysis access study, Vascular access study, Hemodialysis access evaluation
Hemodialysis access study, evaluation of vascular access function and patency for dialysis treatment planning.
In Plain Language
Dialysis line check; Access testing
Clinical Context
Initial evaluation of arteriovenous fistula or graft to assess adequacy for hemodialysis before initiating treatment.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.44 |
| Total RVU | 1.44 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
Medicine section codes cover a wide range of non-surgical services. This code has a 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Documentation should include the clinical indication, procedure details, interpretation (if applicable), and any patient-specific findings.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 1.44, this code ranks in the 68th percentile among Medicine codes — 1.8x the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 90935?
CPT 90935 (Hemodialysis one evaluation) is a Medicine code. Hemodialysis access study, evaluation of vascular access function and patency for dialysis treatment planning.
Who uses CPT code 90935?
CPT 90935 is used by Nephrology, Vascular Surgery, Internal Medicine. Initial evaluation of arteriovenous fistula or graft to assess adequacy for hemodialysis before initiating treatment.
When is CPT 90935 used?
Initial evaluation of arteriovenous fistula or graft to assess adequacy for hemodialysis before initiating treatment.
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