37275 Rvsc evsc fpvt st athrc sf 1
Also known as: fem-pop stent after atherectomy first, atherectomy plus stent
Percutaneous or open revascularization of the femoropopliteal artery using stent placement following atherectomy in the first treated vessel.
In Plain Language
plaque removal followed by tube placement in thigh artery
Clinical Context
Atherectomy to debulk followed by stent for scaffolding. First femoropopliteal vessel in calcified disease.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 11.00 |
| Total RVU | 11.00 |
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 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 11.00, this code ranks in the 62nd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 37275?
CPT 37275 (Rvsc evsc fpvt st athrc sf 1) is a Surgery code. Percutaneous or open revascularization of the femoropopliteal artery using stent placement following atherectomy in the first treated vessel.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 37275?
The work RVU for CPT 37275 is 11.00. This code is primarily used by interventional radiology, vascular surgery.
When is CPT 37275 used?
Atherectomy to debulk followed by stent for scaffolding. First femoropopliteal vessel in calcified disease.
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