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See a sample rate comparisonHealthcare 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.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Cardiovascular System |
| Common Place of Service | 21 - Inpatient Hospital 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | LT - Left side of body RT - Right side of body |
| Complexity Level | High |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $1,127.28 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 35884 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $870.575 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 35884 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 35884 by major payers:

$1,651.69

$1,751.45

$1,805.60

$1,999.92
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Valley Baptist Surgery Center, LLC, Platinum Surgery Center
River North Same Day Surgery LLC, Northwestern Medicine Surgery Center River North
Freeman Surgical Center LLC
Freeman Health System
Specialty Surgical Center, LLC
Specialty Surgical Center LLC
Retinal Ambulatory Surgery Center Of New York, Inc.
Retinal Ambulatory Surgery Center Of Ny, Inc.
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 35884 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Cardiovascular System Codes
The CPT 35884 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 35884 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.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 35681-CPT | Low | Multiple Bypass Grafts, Surgery To Bypass (Re-Route) Blood Flow Around A Blocked Blood Vessel Using A Conduit Made Of A Vein And Artificial Graft. |
| 35820-CPT | High | Exploratory Surgery, Exploratory Surgery To Examine A Site For Possible Hemorrhage (Excessive Bleeding) Or Infection Complications Following The Initial Surgery. |
| 35840-CPT | High | Exploratory Surgery, Exploratory Surgery To Examine A Site For Possible Hemorrhage (Excessive Bleeding) Or Infection Complications Following The Initial Surgery. |
| 35884-CPT | High | Revision Of Blood Vessel Graft, Surgery To Replace A Previous Artery Graft With Another. The Replacement May Be A Vein Segment Biological Or Synthetic Material. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 35884. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 35884 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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