35091 Repair defect of artery
Also known as: abdominal aorta valve repair, aortic valve defect repair
Repair of a defect of the abdominal aorta with aortic valve involvement (suture or patch angioplasty). Surgical correction with valve repair/replacement.
In Plain Language
surgical repair of belly aorta involving valve
Clinical Context
Used for aortic dissection involving visceral aorta with aortic regurgitation. Requires complex reconstructive surgery.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 34.47 |
| Total RVU | 34.47 |
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 34.47, this code ranks in the 95th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.3x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35091?
CPT 35091 (Repair defect of artery) is a Surgery code. Repair of a defect of the abdominal aorta with aortic valve involvement (suture or patch angioplasty). Surgical correction with valve repair/replacement.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35091?
The work RVU for CPT 35091 is 34.47. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Vascular Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35091 used?
Used for aortic dissection involving visceral aorta with aortic regurgitation. Requires complex reconstructive surgery.
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