35261 repair blvsl grf oth/thn vn nck
Also known as: neck prosthetic graft repair, carotid synthetic graft
Repair of blood vessel injury in the neck region using other than vein graft (prosthetic or arterial graft) reconstruction.
In Plain Language
Fixing neck blood vessel with synthetic material; Repairing neck artery with man-made graft
Clinical Context
Reconstruction of neck vascular injuries when venous graft not available or appropriate. Prosthetic grafts have higher infection and restenosis rates but may be necessary in contaminated wounds or emergent scenarios.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 18.49 |
| Total RVU | 18.49 |
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 18.49, 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 35261?
CPT 35261 (repair blvsl grf oth/thn vn nck) is a Surgery code. Repair of blood vessel injury in the neck region using other than vein graft (prosthetic or arterial graft) reconstruction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35261?
The work RVU for CPT 35261 is 18.49. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, Trauma Surgery, Otolaryngology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35261 used?
Reconstruction of neck vascular injuries when venous graft not available or appropriate. Prosthetic grafts have higher infection and restenosis rates but may be necessary in contaminated wounds or emergent scenarios.
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