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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 RVU20.29
Practice Expense RVU4.72
Malpractice RVU5.13
Total RVU30.14

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

Vascular SurgeryCardiovascular SurgeryTrauma 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.