35691 Artery trnsposj vertbrl carotid
Also known as: vertebral-carotid transposition, VA transposition, vertebral artery relocation
Arterial transposition of vertebral artery to carotid artery for vertebral artery ostial disease or subclavian steal syndrome. Restores vertebral blood flow.
Clinical Context
Performed for symptomatic vertebral artery origin stenosis or occlusion. Less invasive than bypass.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 17.95 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 3.31 |
| Malpractice RVU | 4.58 |
| Total RVU | 25.84 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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