35256 Repair blvsl vn grf lxtr
Also known as: leg vein graft repair, lower extremity vascular bypass
Repair of blood vessel injury in the lower extremity using venous graft reconstruction.
In Plain Language
Fixing leg blood vessel with vein graft; Repairing leg artery with transplanted vein
Clinical Context
Vascular reconstruction of lower extremity injuries requiring venous graft due to vessel loss or damage extent. Saphenous vein harvest provides optimal conduit for infrainguinal reconstruction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 18.58 |
| Total RVU | 18.58 |
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 18.58, this code ranks in the 80th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.3x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35256?
CPT 35256 (Repair blvsl vn grf lxtr) is a Surgery code. Repair of blood vessel injury in the lower extremity using venous graft reconstruction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35256?
The work RVU for CPT 35256 is 18.58. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35256 used?
Vascular reconstruction of lower extremity injuries requiring venous graft due to vessel loss or damage extent. Saphenous vein harvest provides optimal conduit for infrainguinal reconstruction.
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