35103 Repair artery rupture aorta
Also known as: ruptured aortic visceral valve repair, aortic branch rupture valve repair
Repair of a rupture of the aorta and its visceral branches with aortic valve involvement. Surgical repair of ruptured complex aortic pathology with branch and valve involvement.
In Plain Language
emergency repair of burst aorta with branches and valve
Clinical Context
Rare, highly complex emergency for ruptured juxtarenal AAA with aortic dissection and valve insufficiency.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 42.53 |
| Total RVU | 42.53 |
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 42.53, this code ranks in the 98th percentile among Surgery codes — 5.3x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35103?
CPT 35103 (Repair artery rupture aorta) is a Surgery code. Repair of a rupture of the aorta and its visceral branches with aortic valve involvement. Surgical repair of ruptured complex aortic pathology with branch and valve involvement.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35103?
The work RVU for CPT 35103 is 42.53. This code is primarily used by Cardiac Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35103 used?
Rare, highly complex emergency for ruptured juxtarenal AAA with aortic dissection and valve insufficiency.
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