35565 Artery byp graft iliofemoral
Also known as: iliofemoral bypass, iliac-femoral
Arterial bypass graft from iliac to femoral artery with restoration of ipsilateral lower extremity blood flow.
In Plain Language
Bypass from hip to groin artery; Restoring leg blood flow
Clinical Context
Revascularization for iliac-femoral segment occlusion causing claudication or critical limb ischemia. Useful for focal lesions without more proximal disease.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 24.50 |
| Total RVU | 24.50 |
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 24.50, this code ranks in the 88th percentile among Surgery codes — 3.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35565?
CPT 35565 (Artery byp graft iliofemoral) is a Surgery code. Arterial bypass graft from iliac to femoral artery with restoration of ipsilateral lower extremity blood flow.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35565?
The work RVU for CPT 35565 is 24.50. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35565 used?
Revascularization for iliac-femoral segment occlusion causing claudication or critical limb ischemia. Useful for focal lesions without more proximal disease.
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