35011 Repair defect of artery
Also known as: extremity artery defect repair, limb artery repair
Repair of a defect of an extremity artery (suture or patch angioplasty). Surgical correction of arterial defect in arm or leg.
In Plain Language
surgical repair of artery in arm or leg
Clinical Context
Used for peripheral arterial defects including aneurysms, pseudoaneurysms, or traumatic injury to extremity arteries.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 18.12 |
| Total RVU | 18.12 |
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 18.12, this code ranks in the 79th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.3x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35011?
CPT 35011 (Repair defect of artery) is a Surgery code. Repair of a defect of an extremity artery (suture or patch angioplasty). Surgical correction of arterial defect in arm or leg.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35011?
The work RVU for CPT 35011 is 18.12. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, Cardiovascular Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35011 used?
Used for peripheral arterial defects including aneurysms, pseudoaneurysms, or traumatic injury to extremity arteries.
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