35271 repair blvs gr ot/th vn ntrth w
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.
In Plain Language
Fixing chest blood vessel with synthetic bypass; Repairing thoracic artery with man-made graft
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 RVU | 23.97 |
| Total RVU | 23.97 |
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 23.97, this code ranks in the 88th percentile among Surgery codes — 3.0x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35271?
CPT 35271 (repair blvs gr ot/th vn ntrth w) is a Surgery code. Repair of blood vessel injury in the intrathoracic region using prosthetic or arterial graft with bypass technique.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35271?
The work RVU for CPT 35271 is 23.97. This code is primarily used by Cardiothoracic Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35271 used?
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.
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