35637 Bpg aortoiliac
Also known as: aortoiliac bypass, aortouniliac bypass, aortoiliac graft
Arterial bypass graft from abdominal aorta to iliac artery for aortoiliac occlusive disease. Restores blood flow to the pelvis and lower extremities.
In Plain Language
main abdominal artery to pelvic artery bypass; bypassing a blocked section of the main artery
Clinical Context
Performed for symptomatic aortoiliac stenosis or occlusion (Leriche syndrome) causing claudication or erectile dysfunction. Often stage 1 of bifemoral repair.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 32.22 |
| Total RVU | 32.22 |
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 32.22, this code ranks in the 94th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.0x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35637?
CPT 35637 (Bpg aortoiliac) is a Surgery code. Arterial bypass graft from abdominal aorta to iliac artery for aortoiliac occlusive disease. Restores blood flow to the pelvis and lower extremities.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35637?
The work RVU for CPT 35637 is 32.22. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35637 used?
Performed for symptomatic aortoiliac stenosis or occlusion (Leriche syndrome) causing claudication or erectile dysfunction. Often stage 1 of bifemoral repair.
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