35903 Excision graft extremity
Also known as: graft excision extremity, infected graft removal limb, graft extraction arm or leg
Excision of infected or degenerated arterial graft in extremity (arm or leg) with or without reconstruction. Removes compromised vascular prosthesis.
In Plain Language
removing a bad or infected bypass from an arm or leg; extracting a failed graft
Clinical Context
Performed for limb graft infection, pseudoaneurysm, or necrosis. May require staged reconstruction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.29 |
| Total RVU | 9.29 |
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 9.29, this code ranks in the 56th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35903?
CPT 35903 (Excision graft extremity) is a Surgery code. Excision of infected or degenerated arterial graft in extremity (arm or leg) with or without reconstruction. Removes compromised vascular prosthesis.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35903?
The work RVU for CPT 35903 is 9.29. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35903 used?
Performed for limb graft infection, pseudoaneurysm, or necrosis. May require staged reconstruction.
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