35501 Artery byp graft ipsilat carotid
Also known as: aortocarotid bypass, aortic carotid graft
Arterial bypass graft from aorta to ipsilateral carotid artery with restoration of cerebral perfusion.
In Plain Language
Bypass from main artery to neck artery; Creating new path to brain artery
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 RVU | 28.36 |
| Total RVU | 28.36 |
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 28.36, this code ranks in the 91st percentile among Surgery codes — 3.5x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35501?
CPT 35501 (Artery byp graft ipsilat carotid) is a Surgery code. Arterial bypass graft from aorta to ipsilateral carotid artery with restoration of cerebral perfusion.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35501?
The work RVU for CPT 35501 is 28.36. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, Neurosurgery, Cardiac Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35501 used?
Extrathoracic revascularization for symptomatic carotid artery occlusion when endarterectomy not possible. Indicated for proximal carotid disease or restenosis after prior intervention.
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