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35501 Artery byp graft ipsilat carotid

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: aortocarotid bypass, aortic carotid graft

Arterial bypass graft from aorta to ipsilateral carotid artery with restoration of cerebral perfusion.

Clinical Context

Extrathoracic revascularization for symptomatic carotid artery occlusion when endarterectomy not possible. Indicated for proximal carotid disease or restenosis after prior intervention.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU28.36
Practice Expense RVU4.11
Malpractice RVU7.26
Total RVU39.73

Est. Medicare Payment

$1,326.98

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

Specialties

Vascular SurgeryNeurosurgeryCardiac 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.