34111 Removal of arm artery clot
Also known as: arm thrombectomy, brachial thrombectomy, arm embolectomy
Removal of an arterial thrombus or embolus from the arm artery. Surgical extraction of blood clot from brachial or upper extremity artery.
In Plain Language
removing blood clot from arm artery; clearing blockage in arm vessel
Clinical Context
Used for acute arm/brachial artery thrombosis or embolism. Presents with acute hand ischemia, pain, or paresthesias.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 10.66 |
| Total RVU | 10.66 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 10.66, this code ranks in the 61st percentile among Surgery codes — 1.3x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 34111?
CPT 34111 (Removal of arm artery clot) is a Surgery code. Removal of an arterial thrombus or embolus from the arm artery. Surgical extraction of blood clot from brachial or upper extremity artery.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 34111?
The work RVU for CPT 34111 is 10.66. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, Hand Surgery, Cardiovascular Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 34111 used?
Used for acute arm/brachial artery thrombosis or embolism. Presents with acute hand ischemia, pain, or paresthesias.
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