35656 Bpg femoral-popliteal
Also known as: femoropopliteal bypass, fem-pop bypass, femoral-popliteal
Arterial bypass graft from femoral artery to popliteal artery for superficial femoral artery occlusion with claudication or critical limb ischemia. Restores blood flow to the calf.
In Plain Language
thigh to knee artery bypass; bypassing a blocked artery above the knee
Clinical Context
Most common lower extremity bypass; indicated for symptomatic SFA stenosis/occlusion. Saphenous vein is graft of choice.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 19.96 |
| Total RVU | 19.96 |
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 19.96, this code ranks in the 82nd percentile among Surgery codes — 2.5x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35656?
CPT 35656 (Bpg femoral-popliteal) is a Surgery code. Arterial bypass graft from femoral artery to popliteal artery for superficial femoral artery occlusion with claudication or critical limb ischemia. Restores blood flow to the calf.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35656?
The work RVU for CPT 35656 is 19.96. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, Vascular Medicine. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35656 used?
Most common lower extremity bypass; indicated for symptomatic SFA stenosis/occlusion. Saphenous vein is graft of choice.
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