37281 Revsc evsc tpvt angio sf each
Also known as: tibioperoneal angioplasty simple additional, additional TPT angioplasty
Percutaneous or open revascularization of the tibioperoneal trunk or artery using simple angioplasty in each additional vessel.
In Plain Language
balloon treatment of additional lower leg arteries
Clinical Context
Each additional tibioperoneal vessel. Simple angioplasty extends revascularization in multilevel disease.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.00 |
| Total RVU | 3.00 |
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. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 3.00, this code ranks in the 21st percentile among Surgery codes — 2.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 37281?
CPT 37281 (Revsc evsc tpvt angio sf each) is a Surgery code. Percutaneous or open revascularization of the tibioperoneal trunk or artery using simple angioplasty in each additional vessel.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 37281?
The work RVU for CPT 37281 is 3.00. This code is primarily used by interventional radiology, vascular surgery.
When is CPT 37281 used?
Each additional tibioperoneal vessel. Simple angioplasty extends revascularization in multilevel disease.
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