35306 Rechanneling of artery
Also known as: tibial endarterectomy, lower leg artery rechanneling
Rechanneling (thrombectomy with endarterectomy) of artery of the lower leg with restoration of distal perfusion.
In Plain Language
Cleaning out lower leg artery; Removing blockage from calf blood vessel
Clinical Context
Surgical treatment of tibial or peroneal artery stenosis/occlusion causing critical limb ischemia. More technically challenging with lower patency rates; usually reserved for limb salvage in high-risk patients.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.02 |
| Total RVU | 9.02 |
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. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 9.02, this code ranks in the 55th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35306?
CPT 35306 (Rechanneling of artery) is a Surgery code. Rechanneling (thrombectomy with endarterectomy) of artery of the lower leg with restoration of distal perfusion.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35306?
The work RVU for CPT 35306 is 9.02. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Podiatric Surgery.
When is CPT 35306 used?
Surgical treatment of tibial or peroneal artery stenosis/occlusion causing critical limb ischemia. More technically challenging with lower patency rates; usually reserved for limb salvage in high-risk patients.
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