35276 repair blvs gr ot/t vn ntrth wo
Also known as: thoracic prosthetic repair, intrathoracic synthetic reconstruction
Repair of blood vessel injury in the intrathoracic region using prosthetic or arterial graft without bypass.
In Plain Language
Fixing chest blood vessel with synthetic material; Repairing thoracic vessel without bypass
Clinical Context
Thoracic vascular reconstruction with prosthetic interposition graft in injuries not requiring bypass. PTFE or Dacron provides durable conduit for medium-term patency.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 25.18 |
| Total RVU | 25.18 |
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 25.18, this code ranks in the 89th percentile among Surgery codes — 3.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35276?
CPT 35276 (repair blvs gr ot/t vn ntrth wo) is a Surgery code. Repair of blood vessel injury in the intrathoracic region using prosthetic or arterial graft without bypass.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35276?
The work RVU for CPT 35276 is 25.18. This code is primarily used by Cardiothoracic Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35276 used?
Thoracic vascular reconstruction with prosthetic interposition graft in injuries not requiring bypass. PTFE or Dacron provides durable conduit for medium-term patency.
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