61708 Revise circulation to head
Also known as: arterial bypass, vein graft bypass
Open surgical revascularization with arterial-to-arterial or arterial-to-venous bypass for restoration of cerebral flow.
In Plain Language
Rerouting blood to brain using bypass vessel
Clinical Context
Surgical revascularization using various graft types for flow restoration in cerebral insufficiency.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 36.27 |
| Total RVU | 36.27 |
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 36.27, 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 61708?
CPT 61708 (Revise circulation to head) is a Surgery code. Open surgical revascularization with arterial-to-arterial or arterial-to-venous bypass for restoration of cerebral flow.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 61708?
The work RVU for CPT 61708 is 36.27. This code is primarily used by Neurosurgery, Neuro-vascular Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 61708 used?
Surgical revascularization using various graft types for flow restoration in cerebral insufficiency.
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