35180 repair cgen av fistula head & nck
Also known as: congenital AV fistula repair, arteriovenous fistula head/neck repair
Repair of congenital arteriovenous fistula in the head and neck region with vessel ligation or reconstruction.
In Plain Language
Fixing abnormal blood vessel connections in neck/head; Repairing birth defect in neck blood vessels
Clinical Context
Surgical treatment of congenital arteriovenous fistulas presenting with cosmetic concerns, steal phenomenon, or hemodynamic compromise. Requires careful dissection to preserve neurovascular structures in complex neck anatomy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 14.72 |
| Total RVU | 14.72 |
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 14.72, this code ranks in the 72nd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.8x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35180?
CPT 35180 (repair cgen av fistula head & nck) is a Surgery code. Repair of congenital arteriovenous fistula in the head and neck region with vessel ligation or reconstruction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35180?
The work RVU for CPT 35180 is 14.72. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, Otolaryngology, Plastic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35180 used?
Surgical treatment of congenital arteriovenous fistulas presenting with cosmetic concerns, steal phenomenon, or hemodynamic compromise. Requires careful dissection to preserve neurovascular structures in complex neck anatomy.
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