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34820 Opn iliac artery expos

Surgery +Add-on

Also known as: open iliac exposure, iliac cutdown, iliac artery exposure

Open iliac artery exposure for vascular procedures. Surgical access and exposure of iliac artery.

Clinical Context

Used for surgical exposure of iliac artery when percutaneous access is not feasible or for endarterectomy/repair.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU6.83
Practice Expense RVU0.54
Malpractice RVU1.74
Total RVU9.11

Est. Medicare Payment

$304.27

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Vascular SurgeryCardiovascular Surgery

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.