35231 Repair blvsl vn grf neck
Also known as: neck vein graft repair, carotid vein bypass
Repair of blood vessel injury in the neck region using venous graft reconstruction.
In Plain Language
Fixing neck blood vessel with vein from elsewhere; Repairing neck vessel with transplanted vein
Clinical Context
Vascular reconstruction in neck injuries where direct repair not possible due to vessel loss, significant contamination, or inadequate vessel length. Saphenous vein harvest provides autogenous conduit reducing infection risk.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 20.63 |
| Total RVU | 20.63 |
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 20.63, this code ranks in the 83rd percentile among Surgery codes — 2.6x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35231?
CPT 35231 (Repair blvsl vn grf neck) is a Surgery code. Repair of blood vessel injury in the neck region using venous graft reconstruction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35231?
The work RVU for CPT 35231 is 20.63. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, Trauma Surgery, Otolaryngology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35231 used?
Vascular reconstruction in neck injuries where direct repair not possible due to vessel loss, significant contamination, or inadequate vessel length. Saphenous vein harvest provides autogenous conduit reducing infection risk.
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