35141 Repair defect of artery
Also known as: femoral artery repair, thigh artery repair
Repair of a defect or aneurysm of the femoral artery in the thigh region.
In Plain Language
Fixing a thigh artery; Repairing femoral artery damage
Clinical Context
Indicated for femoral artery aneurysm, pseudoaneurysm, or stenotic lesions causing claudication, tissue ischemia, or acute limb-threatening compromise. Commonly encountered in atherosclerotic disease and access site complications.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 20.39 |
| Total RVU | 20.39 |
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 20.39, this code ranks in the 83rd percentile among Surgery codes — 2.6x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35141?
CPT 35141 (Repair defect of artery) is a Surgery code. Repair of a defect or aneurysm of the femoral artery in the thigh region.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35141?
The work RVU for CPT 35141 is 20.39. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, General Surgery, Interventional Radiology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35141 used?
Indicated for femoral artery aneurysm, pseudoaneurysm, or stenotic lesions causing claudication, tissue ischemia, or acute limb-threatening compromise. Commonly encountered in atherosclerotic disease and access site complications.
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