35331 Rechanneling of artery
Also known as: brachial endarterectomy, brachial artery rechanneling
Rechanneling (thrombectomy with endarterectomy) of brachial artery with restoration of forearm and hand perfusion.
In Plain Language
Cleaning out arm artery; Removing blockage from brachial artery
Clinical Context
Surgical treatment of brachial artery stenosis/occlusion causing hand claudication or critical limb ischemia. May be combined with subclavian or axillary interventions for more proximal disease.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 27.03 |
| Total RVU | 27.03 |
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 27.03, this code ranks in the 91st percentile among Surgery codes — 3.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35331?
CPT 35331 (Rechanneling of artery) is a Surgery code. Rechanneling (thrombectomy with endarterectomy) of brachial artery with restoration of forearm and hand perfusion.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35331?
The work RVU for CPT 35331 is 27.03. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, Hand Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35331 used?
Surgical treatment of brachial artery stenosis/occlusion causing hand claudication or critical limb ischemia. May be combined with subclavian or axillary interventions for more proximal disease.
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