35860 Explore limb vessels
Also known as: limb vessel exploration, extremity vascular exploration, peripheral artery exploration
Surgical exploration of limb vessels (arteries and veins) for peripheral vascular disease evaluation, ischemia assessment, or trauma management. Provides access to extremity vasculature.
Clinical Context
Performed for claudication, critical limb ischemia, graft assessment, or traumatic vascular injury.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 14.87 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 4.66 |
| Malpractice RVU | 3.69 |
| Total RVU | 23.22 |
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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