35907 Excision graft abdomen
Also known as: graft excision abdomen, infected aortic graft removal, abdominal graft extraction
Excision of infected or degenerated arterial graft in the abdomen with or without reconstruction. Removes compromised vascular prosthesis from abdominal cavity.
In Plain Language
removing a bad or infected bypass from the belly; extracting a failed abdominal graft
Clinical Context
Performed for infected aortic graft with systemic infection, mycotic aneurysm, or graft sepsis. Highest morbidity.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 36.34 |
| Total RVU | 36.34 |
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 36.34, this code ranks in the 96th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.5x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 35907?
CPT 35907 (Excision graft abdomen) is a Surgery code. Excision of infected or degenerated arterial graft in the abdomen with or without reconstruction. Removes compromised vascular prosthesis from abdominal cavity.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 35907?
The work RVU for CPT 35907 is 36.34. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 35907 used?
Performed for infected aortic graft with systemic infection, mycotic aneurysm, or graft sepsis. Highest morbidity.
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