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CPT 35515 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: October 2026

Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address high-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.

Bypass Gft,W/Vein;Subclav-Vertebral
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Surgery

Surgical Procedures on the Cardiovascular System

Complexity LevelHigh
Medicare Fee Schedule$1,211.12 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 35515
Medicaid Fee Schedule$989.99 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 35515

National average reimbursement for CPT 35515 by major payers:

bcbs

$1,860.62

uhc

$1,852.71

aetna

$1,934.03

cigna

$2,160.27

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CPT 35515
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Pearland Surgery Center, LLC

    TXAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1184922353Tax ID 27-0289493

    $5,554.00Published rate
  2. Physician'S Surgery Center Of Knoxville LLC

    Physicians Surgery Center Of Knoxville LLC

    TNAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1134126097Tax ID 62-1777892

    $936.00Published rate
  3. Orthopaedic Institute For Children Ambulatory Surgery Center, LLC

    Orthopaedic Institute For Children Ambulatory Surgery Center LLC

    CAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1326402884Tax ID 81-2159060

    $600.00Published rate
  4. Georgia Surgical Centers Inc

    GAAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1265465025Tax ID 43-650858

    $400.00Published rate
  5. Swan Surgery Center, LLC

    Swan Surgery Center LLC

    AZAmbulatory Surgical Clinic/CenterNPI 1376998666Tax ID 81-2309409

    $100.00Published rate

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CPT 35515 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Cardiovascular System Codes

The CPT 35515 code is part of the Surgery services used for Surgical Procedures on the Cardiovascular System. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.

The CPT 35515 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.

CodeComplexityDescription
35511-CPTHighBypass Graft W Vein; Subclavian-Subclavi
35512-CPTHighBypass Graft, With Vein; Subclavian-Brachial
35515-CPTHighBypass Gft,W/Vein;Subclav-Vertebral
35516-CPTHighBypass Graft W Vein; Subclavian-Axillary

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 35515. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 35515 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.

Factors that affect fee schedules


Medicare & Medicaid Rates

Government-set reimbursement amounts


Private Insurance Rates

Negotiated rates between providers and insurance companies


Geographic Location

Costs may be higher in urban areas.


Provider Type

Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.

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