35681 Composite byp graft pros & vein
Also known as: composite bypass graft, prosthetic-vein composite, hybrid graft
Composite arterial bypass graft using combination of prosthetic material and autogenous vein segments. Used when saphenous vein alone is inadequate.
In Plain Language
mixed material bypass using artificial and vein parts; combining different materials for longer bypasses
Clinical Context
Performed when autogenous vein is insufficient in length or quality. Add-on code for composite graft construction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.56 |
| Total RVU | 1.56 |
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. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 1.56, this code ranks in the 10th percentile among Surgery codes — 5.1x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35681?
CPT 35681 (Composite byp graft pros & vein) is a Surgery code. Composite arterial bypass graft using combination of prosthetic material and autogenous vein segments. Used when saphenous vein alone is inadequate.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35681?
The work RVU for CPT 35681 is 1.56. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery.
When is CPT 35681 used?
Performed when autogenous vein is insufficient in length or quality. Add-on code for composite graft construction.
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