35092 Repair artery rupture aorta
Also known as: ruptured AAA valve repair, aortic rupture valve repair
Repair of a rupture of the abdominal aorta with aortic valve involvement. Surgical repair of ruptured aorta with valve reconstruction.
In Plain Language
emergency repair of burst belly aorta with valve
Clinical Context
Rare, complex emergency scenario for aortic dissection rupture with valve insufficiency. Highest mortality rates.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 49.70 |
| Total RVU | 49.70 |
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 49.70, this code ranks in the 99th percentile among Surgery codes — 6.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35092?
CPT 35092 (Repair artery rupture aorta) is a Surgery code. Repair of a rupture of the abdominal aorta with aortic valve involvement. Surgical repair of ruptured aorta with valve reconstruction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35092?
The work RVU for CPT 35092 is 49.70. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35092 used?
Rare, complex emergency scenario for aortic dissection rupture with valve insufficiency. Highest mortality rates.
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