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35207 repair bld vsl dir hand finger

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: hand vessel repair, digital artery repair

Repair of blood vessel injury in the hand or fingers using direct suture technique with microsurgical reconstruction.

In Plain Language

Fixing torn hand or finger blood vessel; Repairing finger artery

Clinical Context

Microsurgical repair of hand and digital vessel injuries from lacerations, crush injuries, or amputations. Requires specialized magnification and delicate technique to restore perfusion and preserve hand function.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU10.67
Total RVU10.67

Est. Medicare Payment

$356.38

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 10.67, this code ranks in the 61st percentile among Surgery codes — 1.3x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.

Specialties

Hand SurgeryVascular SurgeryMicrosurgery

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 35207?

CPT 35207 (repair bld vsl dir hand finger) is a Surgery code. Repair of blood vessel injury in the hand or fingers using direct suture technique with microsurgical reconstruction.

What is the wRVU value for CPT 35207?

The work RVU for CPT 35207 is 10.67. This code is primarily used by Hand Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Microsurgery. It has a 90-day global period.

When is CPT 35207 used?

Microsurgical repair of hand and digital vessel injuries from lacerations, crush injuries, or amputations. Requires specialized magnification and delicate technique to restore perfusion and preserve hand function.

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