35152 Repair ruptd popliteal artery
Also known as: popliteal artery rupture repair
Repair of traumatic rupture of the popliteal artery with restoration of hemostasis.
In Plain Language
Repairing a torn knee artery; Fixing bleeding behind the knee
Clinical Context
Emergency surgical intervention for popliteal artery trauma from blunt or penetrating injury. Extremely time-sensitive procedure with high amputation risk if limb perfusion not rapidly restored; requires temporary or definitive vascular reconstruction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 26.97 |
| Total RVU | 26.97 |
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 26.97, this code ranks in the 91st percentile among Surgery codes — 3.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35152?
CPT 35152 (Repair ruptd popliteal artery) is a Surgery code. Repair of traumatic rupture of the popliteal artery with restoration of hemostasis.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35152?
The work RVU for CPT 35152 is 26.97. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, Trauma Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35152 used?
Emergency surgical intervention for popliteal artery trauma from blunt or penetrating injury. Extremely time-sensitive procedure with high amputation risk if limb perfusion not rapidly restored; requires temporary or definitive vascular reconstruction.
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