35671 Bpg pop-tibl/-prnl artery
Also known as: popliteal-tibial bypass, popopliteal-distal bypass, pop-tib
Arterial bypass graft from popliteal artery to tibial or peroneal artery for below-knee disease with critical limb ischemia. Distal limb salvage procedure.
In Plain Language
knee-area to calf artery bypass; extending bypass below the knee
Clinical Context
Performed for critical limb ischemia with isolated popliteal or distal disease. Usually requires saphenous vein graft.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 20.25 |
| Total RVU | 20.25 |
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 20.25, 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 35671?
CPT 35671 (Bpg pop-tibl/-prnl artery) is a Surgery code. Arterial bypass graft from popliteal artery to tibial or peroneal artery for below-knee disease with critical limb ischemia. Distal limb salvage procedure.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35671?
The work RVU for CPT 35671 is 20.25. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, Limb Salvage Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35671 used?
Performed for critical limb ischemia with isolated popliteal or distal disease. Usually requires saphenous vein graft.
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