34832 Open aortofemor prosthesis repair
Also known as: aortofemoral graft repair, aortofemoral tube replacement
Open repair of aortofemoral tube graft prosthesis. Surgical replacement or repair of aortofemoral tube graft.
In Plain Language
surgical replacement of aorta and groin artery graft
Clinical Context
Used for infected, stenosed, or failed aortofemoral tube grafts. Extensive surgical procedure with multiple incisions.
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 34832?
CPT 34832 (Open aortofemor prosthesis repair) is a Surgery code. Open repair of aortofemoral tube graft prosthesis. Surgical replacement or repair of aortofemoral tube graft.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 34832?
The work RVU for CPT 34832 is 37.03. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, Cardiovascular Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 34832 used?
Used for infected, stenosed, or failed aortofemoral tube grafts. Extensive surgical procedure with multiple incisions.
Track This Code in RVU Edge
Log procedures, calculate wRVUs, and benchmark against national data — all in one app.
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.