35005 Repair defect of artery
Also known as: aortic defect valve repair, aortic root repair, ascending aorta repair
Repair of a defect of the aorta (suture or patch angioplasty) with aortic valve involvement. Surgical correction of aortic defect with valvular reconstruction.
In Plain Language
surgical repair of aorta involving valve
Clinical Context
Used for aortic root aneurysm, aortic dissection, or defects involving the aortic valve. May require valve repair/replacement.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 18.81 |
| Total RVU | 18.81 |
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 18.81, this code ranks in the 80th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35005?
CPT 35005 (Repair defect of artery) is a Surgery code. Repair of a defect of the aorta (suture or patch angioplasty) with aortic valve involvement. Surgical correction of aortic defect with valvular reconstruction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35005?
The work RVU for CPT 35005 is 18.81. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Vascular Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35005 used?
Used for aortic root aneurysm, aortic dissection, or defects involving the aortic valve. May require valve repair/replacement.
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