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35508 Artery byp graft carotid-vertbrl

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: carotid-vertebral bypass, CV bypass

Arterial bypass graft from carotid to vertebral artery with restoration of posterior circulation perfusion.

Clinical Context

Revascularization for symptomatic vertebral artery stenosis or occlusion causing posterior circulation ischemic symptoms. Less commonly performed than carotid-carotid bypass.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU25.44
Practice Expense RVU4.33
Malpractice RVU6.49
Total RVU36.26

Est. Medicare Payment

$1,211.08

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

Specialties

Vascular SurgeryNeurosurgeryGeneral 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.