35102 Repair defect of artery
Also known as: aortic visceral repair valve, aortic branches valve repair
Repair of a defect of the aorta and its visceral branches with aortic valve involvement (suture or patch angioplasty). Surgical correction of complex aortic defect with branch involvement.
In Plain Language
surgical repair of aorta and branches with valve
Clinical Context
Complex procedure for juxtarenal aortic aneurysm with aortic regurgitation or aortic dissection with branch involvement.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 35.62 |
| Total RVU | 35.62 |
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 35.62, this code ranks in the 96th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.5x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35102?
CPT 35102 (Repair defect of artery) is a Surgery code. Repair of a defect of the aorta and its visceral branches with aortic valve involvement (suture or patch angioplasty). Surgical correction of complex aortic defect with branch involvement.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35102?
The work RVU for CPT 35102 is 35.62. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Vascular Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35102 used?
Complex procedure for juxtarenal aortic aneurysm with aortic regurgitation or aortic dissection with branch involvement.
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