35182 repair cgen av fistula thrx & abdominal
Also known as: congenital AV fistula thorax repair, abdominal AVF repair
Repair of congenital arteriovenous fistula in the thorax and abdomen with restoration of normal hemodynamics.
In Plain Language
Fixing birth defect blood vessel in chest or belly; Repairing abnormal chest/abdominal blood vessel connections
Clinical Context
Surgical management of thoracic or abdominal congenital arteriovenous fistulas causing high-output cardiac failure, visceral steal, or vascular steal syndrome. May require complex reconstruction or staged intervention.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 30.92 |
| Total RVU | 30.92 |
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 30.92, this code ranks in the 93rd percentile among Surgery codes — 3.9x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35182?
CPT 35182 (repair cgen av fistula thrx & abdominal) is a Surgery code. Repair of congenital arteriovenous fistula in the thorax and abdomen with restoration of normal hemodynamics.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35182?
The work RVU for CPT 35182 is 30.92. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35182 used?
Surgical management of thoracic or abdominal congenital arteriovenous fistulas causing high-output cardiac failure, visceral steal, or vascular steal syndrome. May require complex reconstruction or staged intervention.
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