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35523 Artery byp graft brchl-ulnr-rdl

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: brachial-radial bypass, forearm artery bypass

Arterial bypass graft from brachial to ulnar, radial, or digital artery with restoration of hand perfusion.

Clinical Context

Revascularization for forearm/hand artery occlusion causing digital ischemia. Requires careful assessment of palmar arch patency and collateral circulation.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU23.53
Practice Expense RVU3.98
Malpractice RVU6.02
Total RVU33.53

Est. Medicare Payment

$1,119.90

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

Specialties

Hand SurgeryVascular SurgeryMicrosurgery

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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.