35151 Repair defect of artery
Also known as: popliteal artery repair, knee artery repair
Repair of a defect or aneurysm of the popliteal artery behind the knee.
In Plain Language
Fixing a blood vessel behind the knee; Repairing popliteal artery damage
Clinical Context
Indicated for symptomatic popliteal artery aneurysm, stenosis, or dissection causing calf claudication or acute ischemia. High-risk lesions with thrombosis and embolism potential; frequently encountered in older male populations with smoking history.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 23.13 |
| Total RVU | 23.13 |
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 23.13, this code ranks in the 87th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.9x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35151?
CPT 35151 (Repair defect of artery) is a Surgery code. Repair of a defect or aneurysm of the popliteal artery behind the knee.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35151?
The work RVU for CPT 35151 is 23.13. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, General Surgery, Interventional Radiology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35151 used?
Indicated for symptomatic popliteal artery aneurysm, stenosis, or dissection causing calf claudication or acute ischemia. High-risk lesions with thrombosis and embolism potential; frequently encountered in older male populations with smoking history.
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