35626 Bpg aor-subcla/innom/carotid
Also known as: aortic arch bypass, aortocervical bypass, aorta-to-branch bypass
Arterial bypass graft from thoracic aorta to subclavian, innominate, or carotid artery for repair of aortic arch disease or multiple branch vessel involvement. Restores cerebral and upper extremity perfusion.
In Plain Language
main heart artery to neck vessel bypass; rerouting blood from the main aorta to neck arteries
Clinical Context
Indicated for aortic arch aneurysm, aortic dissection with branch involvement, aortic atherosclerotic disease, or chronic aortic occlusion. Requires cardiopulmonary bypass consideration.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 28.41 |
| Total RVU | 28.41 |
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 28.41, this code ranks in the 91st percentile among Surgery codes — 3.6x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35626?
CPT 35626 (Bpg aor-subcla/innom/carotid) is a Surgery code. Arterial bypass graft from thoracic aorta to subclavian, innominate, or carotid artery for repair of aortic arch disease or multiple branch vessel involvement. Restores cerebral and upper extremity perfusion.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35626?
The work RVU for CPT 35626 is 28.41. This code is primarily used by Cardiothoracic Surgery, Vascular Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35626 used?
Indicated for aortic arch aneurysm, aortic dissection with branch involvement, aortic atherosclerotic disease, or chronic aortic occlusion. Requires cardiopulmonary bypass consideration.
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