35001 Repair defect of artery
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: aortic defect repair, aortic suture repair, aortic patch angioplasty
Repair of a defect of the aorta (suture or patch angioplasty). Surgical correction of aortic defect by direct suture or patch closure.
Clinical Context
Used for aortic aneurysm, dissection, or traumatic aortic injury repair. May involve simple suture or patch grafting.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 20.29 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 4.72 |
| Malpractice RVU | 5.13 |
| Total RVU | 30.14 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$1,006.68
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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