35111 Repair defect of artery
Also known as: aortic visceral repair, aortic branch repair, juxtarenal aortic repair
Repair of a defect of the aorta and its visceral branches (suture or patch angioplasty). Surgical correction of aortic defect with branch vessel involvement.
In Plain Language
surgical repair of aorta and its side branches
Clinical Context
Used for juxtarenal aortic aneurysm requiring celiac, SMA, and/or renal artery reconstruction. Complex vascular surgery.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 25.62 |
| Total RVU | 25.62 |
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 25.62, this code ranks in the 89th percentile among Surgery codes — 3.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35111?
CPT 35111 (Repair defect of artery) is a Surgery code. Repair of a defect of the aorta and its visceral branches (suture or patch angioplasty). Surgical correction of aortic defect with branch vessel involvement.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35111?
The work RVU for CPT 35111 is 25.62. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35111 used?
Used for juxtarenal aortic aneurysm requiring celiac, SMA, and/or renal artery reconstruction. Complex vascular surgery.
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