35236 Repair blvsl vn grf uxtr
Also known as: arm vein graft repair, upper extremity vein bypass
Repair of blood vessel injury in the upper extremity using venous graft reconstruction.
In Plain Language
Fixing arm blood vessel with vein graft; Repairing shoulder/arm vessel with transplanted vein
Clinical Context
Vascular reconstruction of upper extremity injuries requiring grafting due to vessel loss or inadequate length for primary anastomosis. Vein graft provides viable conduit with lower infection and restenosis rates compared to prosthetic grafts.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 17.57 |
| Total RVU | 17.57 |
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 17.57, this code ranks in the 78th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35236?
CPT 35236 (Repair blvsl vn grf uxtr) is a Surgery code. Repair of blood vessel injury in the upper extremity using venous graft reconstruction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35236?
The work RVU for CPT 35236 is 17.57. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, Hand Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35236 used?
Vascular reconstruction of upper extremity injuries requiring grafting due to vessel loss or inadequate length for primary anastomosis. Vein graft provides viable conduit with lower infection and restenosis rates compared to prosthetic grafts.
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