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35271 repair blvs gr ot/th vn ntrth w

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: thoracic prosthetic bypass, intrathoracic synthetic graft

Repair of blood vessel injury in the intrathoracic region using prosthetic or arterial graft with bypass technique.

Clinical Context

Thoracic vascular reconstruction using prosthetic conduit when venous graft unavailable. Major vessel injuries may require Dacron (polyester) graft to accommodate higher flow demands and hemodynamic pressures.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU23.97
Practice Expense RVU9.89
Malpractice RVU5.73
Total RVU39.59

Est. Medicare Payment

$1,322.31

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Cardiothoracic SurgeryVascular SurgeryTrauma Surgery

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.