37760 Ligament prfratr vn radical 1 leg
Also known as: Perforator ligation radical stripping, Radical saphenous stripping
Surgical ligation of perforating veins and radical stripping of the saphenous system in a single leg for extensive venous disease.
In Plain Language
Complete leg vein removal; Extensive varicose vein surgery
Clinical Context
Performed for advanced chronic venous insufficiency with skin ulceration, lipodermatosclerosis, or extensive perforator incompetence.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 10.51 |
| Total RVU | 10.51 |
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 10.51, this code ranks in the 60th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.3x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 37760?
CPT 37760 (Ligament prfratr vn radical 1 leg) is a Surgery code. Surgical ligation of perforating veins and radical stripping of the saphenous system in a single leg for extensive venous disease.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 37760?
The work RVU for CPT 37760 is 10.51. This code is primarily used by Vascular Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 37760 used?
Performed for advanced chronic venous insufficiency with skin ulceration, lipodermatosclerosis, or extensive perforator incompetence.
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