35633 Bpg ilio-mesenteric
Also known as: iliac-mesenteric bypass, iliomesenteric bypass, mesenteric revascularization
Arterial bypass graft from iliac artery to superior mesenteric artery for mesenteric ischemia. Restores blood flow to the small intestine and proximal colon.
In Plain Language
lower artery to bowel artery bypass; restoring blood flow to the intestines
Clinical Context
Performed for symptomatic superior mesenteric artery stenosis or occlusion causing chronic abdominal pain and weight loss. Often combined with celiac repair for panvisceral disease.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 38.13 |
| Total RVU | 38.13 |
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 38.13, this code ranks in the 97th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.8x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35633?
CPT 35633 (Bpg ilio-mesenteric) is a Surgery code. Arterial bypass graft from iliac artery to superior mesenteric artery for mesenteric ischemia. Restores blood flow to the small intestine and proximal colon.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35633?
The work RVU for CPT 35633 is 38.13. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35633 used?
Performed for symptomatic superior mesenteric artery stenosis or occlusion causing chronic abdominal pain and weight loss. Often combined with celiac repair for panvisceral disease.
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