35201 Repair blood vessel dir neck
Also known as: neck vessel repair, carotid/jugular repair
Repair of blood vessel injury in the neck region using direct suture technique with restoration of continuity.
In Plain Language
Fixing torn neck blood vessel; Repairing neck artery or vein
Clinical Context
Surgical repair of penetrating or blunt neck vascular injuries involving carotid arteries, vertebral arteries, or jugular veins. Requires immediate vascular control and careful reconstruction to prevent stroke, thrombosis, or restenosis.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 16.51 |
| Total RVU | 16.51 |
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 16.51, this code ranks in the 76th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35201?
CPT 35201 (Repair blood vessel dir neck) is a Surgery code. Repair of blood vessel injury in the neck region using direct suture technique with restoration of continuity.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35201?
The work RVU for CPT 35201 is 16.51. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, Trauma Surgery, Otolaryngology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35201 used?
Surgical repair of penetrating or blunt neck vascular injuries involving carotid arteries, vertebral arteries, or jugular veins. Requires immediate vascular control and careful reconstruction to prevent stroke, thrombosis, or restenosis.
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