34831 Open aortoiliac prosthesis repair
Also known as: aortoiliac graft repair, aortoiliac tube replacement
Open repair of aortoiliac tube graft prosthesis. Surgical replacement or repair of aortoiliac tube graft configuration.
In Plain Language
surgical replacement of aorta and pelvis artery graft
Clinical Context
Used for infected, stenosed, or failed aortoiliac tube grafts. Requires full surgical exposure and replacement.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 37.03 |
| Total RVU | 37.03 |
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. 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 37.03, this code ranks in the 96th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.6x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 34831?
CPT 34831 (Open aortoiliac prosthesis repair) is a Surgery code. Open repair of aortoiliac tube graft prosthesis. Surgical replacement or repair of aortoiliac tube graft configuration.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 34831?
The work RVU for CPT 34831 is 37.03. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, Cardiovascular Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 34831 used?
Used for infected, stenosed, or failed aortoiliac tube grafts. Requires full surgical exposure and replacement.
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