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 RVU | 25.44 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 4.33 |
| Malpractice RVU | 6.49 |
| Total RVU | 36.26 |
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
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