34830 Open aortic tube prosthesis repair
Also known as: aortic tube graft repair, aortic tube replacement, open aortic repair
Open repair of aortic tube graft prosthesis (replacement). Surgical replacement or repair of existing aortic tube graft.
In Plain Language
surgical replacement of straight aorta graft
Clinical Context
Used for infected, stenosed, or failed aortic tube grafts. Requires complete surgical exposure and graft replacement.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 34.35 |
| Total RVU | 34.35 |
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 34.35, this code ranks in the 95th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.3x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 34830?
CPT 34830 (Open aortic tube prosthesis repair) is a Surgery code. Open repair of aortic tube graft prosthesis (replacement). Surgical replacement or repair of existing aortic tube graft.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 34830?
The work RVU for CPT 34830 is 34.35. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, Cardiovascular Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 34830 used?
Used for infected, stenosed, or failed aortic tube grafts. Requires complete surgical exposure and graft replacement.
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