34812 Opn fem artery expos
Also known as: open femoral exposure EVAR, femoral cutdown EVAR
Open femoral artery exposure for EVAR. Surgical access to femoral artery during endovascular aortic repair.
In Plain Language
surgical opening of groin artery for stent placement
Clinical Context
Add-on code used when femoral artery requires surgical exposure for EVAR access (as alternative to percutaneous).
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.03 |
| Total RVU | 4.03 |
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. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 4.03, this code ranks in the 28th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.0x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 34812?
CPT 34812 (Opn fem artery expos) is a Surgery code. Open femoral artery exposure for EVAR. Surgical access to femoral artery during endovascular aortic repair.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 34812?
The work RVU for CPT 34812 is 4.03. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, Interventional Radiology.
When is CPT 34812 used?
Add-on code used when femoral artery requires surgical exposure for EVAR access (as alternative to percutaneous).
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