35211 repair blvsl dir ntrathrc with byp
Also known as: intrathoracic vessel bypass, thoracic vascular repair with bypass
Repair of blood vessel injury in the intrathoracic region with bypass graft placement restoring distal perfusion.
In Plain Language
Fixing chest blood vessel with detour vessel; Repairing thoracic artery with graft
Clinical Context
Surgical management of major thoracic vessel injuries from penetrating trauma, aortic dissection, or cardiac surgery complications. Bypass technique used when direct repair not feasible due to vessel quality or extent of injury.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 23.97 |
| Total RVU | 23.97 |
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 23.97, this code ranks in the 88th percentile among Surgery codes — 3.0x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35211?
CPT 35211 (repair blvsl dir ntrathrc with byp) is a Surgery code. Repair of blood vessel injury in the intrathoracic region with bypass graft placement restoring distal perfusion.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35211?
The work RVU for CPT 35211 is 23.97. This code is primarily used by Cardiothoracic Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35211 used?
Surgical management of major thoracic vessel injuries from penetrating trauma, aortic dissection, or cardiac surgery complications. Bypass technique used when direct repair not feasible due to vessel quality or extent of injury.
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