35535 Artery byp graft hepatorenal
Also known as: hepatorenal bypass, aorto-hepatorenal
Arterial bypass graft from aorta to hepatic and renal artery with restoration of liver and kidney blood flow.
In Plain Language
Bypass to liver and kidney arteries; Restoring blood flow to liver and kidneys
Clinical Context
Complex visceral reconstruction for combined hepatic and renal artery stenosis causing mesenteric ischemia and renovascular hypertension. Specialized high-complexity procedure.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 37.18 |
| Total RVU | 37.18 |
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 37.18, this code ranks in the 96th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.7x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35535?
CPT 35535 (Artery byp graft hepatorenal) is a Surgery code. Arterial bypass graft from aorta to hepatic and renal artery with restoration of liver and kidney blood flow.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35535?
The work RVU for CPT 35535 is 37.18. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, General Surgery, Hepatobiliary Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35535 used?
Complex visceral reconstruction for combined hepatic and renal artery stenosis causing mesenteric ischemia and renovascular hypertension. Specialized high-complexity procedure.
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