35537 Artery byp graft aortoiliac
Also known as: aortoiliac bypass, aortounilateral iliac
Arterial bypass graft from aorta to iliac artery with restoration of unilateral lower extremity blood flow.
In Plain Language
Bypass from main artery to hip artery; Restoring blood flow to one leg
Clinical Context
Revascularization for unilateral iliac artery occlusion with good contralateral vessel. Excellent patency rates for direct aortic reconstruction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 40.83 |
| Total RVU | 40.83 |
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 40.83, this code ranks in the 97th percentile among Surgery codes — 5.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35537?
CPT 35537 (Artery byp graft aortoiliac) is a Surgery code. Arterial bypass graft from aorta to iliac artery with restoration of unilateral lower extremity blood flow.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35537?
The work RVU for CPT 35537 is 40.83. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35537 used?
Revascularization for unilateral iliac artery occlusion with good contralateral vessel. Excellent patency rates for direct aortic reconstruction.
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