35883 Revision fem anast nonautog grf
Also known as: femoral anastomotic revision, prosthetic graft revision, anastomosis repair
Revision of femoral anastomosis of nonautologous (prosthetic) bypass graft. Addresses stenosis or repair at graft-artery junction.
In Plain Language
fixing the connection where a plastic bypass connects to the leg artery; repairing prosthetic graft problems
Clinical Context
Performed for anastomotic intimal hyperplasia causing graft stenosis or thrombosis.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 22.57 |
| Total RVU | 22.57 |
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 22.57, this code ranks in the 86th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.8x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35883?
CPT 35883 (Revision fem anast nonautog grf) is a Surgery code. Revision of femoral anastomosis of nonautologous (prosthetic) bypass graft. Addresses stenosis or repair at graft-artery junction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35883?
The work RVU for CPT 35883 is 22.57. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35883 used?
Performed for anastomotic intimal hyperplasia causing graft stenosis or thrombosis.
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